Landscaper Quotes UK
From APL & BALI-Affiliated Specialists
Compare quotes from Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) and British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) affiliated landscapers. Garden design and install, patios, fencing, lawns — up to 3 free quotes in 24 hours, across 519 towns.
- APL or BALI-affiliated landscapers
- Public liability insurance verified
- Patio installations from £1,750
- Full garden design & build from £2,600
How Much Do Landscapers Cost in the UK?
Full cost index →Complete garden makeover including design, hard landscaping, soft planting, lighting and irrigation. Standard suburban garden (50–100m²) at the lower end; premium designed spaces with seating areas, pergolas and water features at the upper end.
Get quotes for this →New patio installation (20–40m² typical). Standard concrete slabs at the lower end; Indian sandstone mid-range; porcelain or natural stone at the upper. Includes excavation, sub-base, edging and pointing. Pricing tied to material and access.
Get quotes for this →Standard 1.8m garden fence (20–40m run). Pressure-treated panel-and-post at the lower end; closeboard, hit-and-miss, or hardwood at the upper. Includes removal of old fence, concrete posts, gravel boards and capping rails.
Get quotes for this →Landscaping costs depend on garden size, access, materials and ground conditions. Compare 3 quotes from APL/BALI affiliated local landscapers.
Get free quotes →Regional pricing note: Landscaping costs vary 35–50% by region. London is typically 50% above national average; Yorkshire, North East, Wales and Scotland sit 10–15% below. See our cost index for postcode-specific ranges.
Landscaping — What You Need to Know
Quality landscaping combines hard landscaping (patios, paths, retaining walls, decking, fencing) and soft landscaping (lawns, planting, irrigation). The single biggest cost driver is the base preparation — a patio laid on inadequate sub-base will sink within 2–5 years regardless of how good the slabs look. Cheap quotes often skimp here.
The key credentials to look for are APL (Association of Professional Landscapers) or BALI (British Association of Landscape Industries) membership. Both vet members on portfolio, business stability and insurance. Marshalls Register and Brett Approved are manufacturer-backed quality marks for paving installers. RHS Chelsea Gold Medal-winning designers operate at the very top end.
Every landscaper in our network is APL or BALI affiliated where applicable, carries verified public liability insurance, has demonstrable portfolio work, and is monitored for sustained customer review quality.
How we vet landscapers →How It Works
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Planning Permission, SuDS & Boundaries
🏡 Planning Permission
Most garden landscaping doesn't need planning permission — patios, lawns, planting, fencing under 2m at the rear/side or 1m at the front. You DO need permission for: structures over 2.5m, decking over 30cm above ground, fencing on a corner site or facing a highway, work in conservation areas or affecting listed buildings, and front gardens converted to off-street parking.
💧 SuDS & Permeable Surfaces
Since 2008, impermeable surfaces over 5m² at front gardens need planning permission OR must drain to a permeable area within the property (lawn, soakaway). Patios in back gardens are exempt but Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) are best practice. Permeable options include block paving with permeable jointing, resin-bound aggregate, and gravel.
🌡️ Boundary Ownership
Check title deeds before replacing or modifying fences — the boundary line and ownership matters. Standard practice: the side with the "smooth" face (no rails visible) faces the neighbour's garden; the side with rails visible is yours. For party fences, agree replacement with the neighbour first. Replacing > 50% of a fence run requires both owners' consent for shared boundaries.
Japanese knotweed: Always check before landscaping — knotweed can devalue your home by 5–15%, blocks mortgages, and requires professional removal (£2,500–£15,000) before sale. Treatment plans typically take 3–5 years. Landscapers must dispose of contaminated soil as controlled waste.
Landscaping Cost by Project Type and Region (2026)
Live cost ranges from the Best Builders 2026 Cost Index, aggregated across 519 UK towns. Full garden assumes a 50–100m² suburban garden including design, hard landscaping, and basic planting. Patio is a 20–40m² install (sandstone or porcelain). Fencing covers a 20–40m run of 1.8m closeboard.
| Region | Full Garden Design | Patio Install | Fencing |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £4,000 – £15,800 | £2,650 – £8,600 | £925 – £3,300 |
| South East | £3,600 – £14,400 | £2,400 – £7,800 | £850 – £3,000 |
| Southern | £3,200 – £13,000 | £2,150 – £7,000 | £750 – £2,700 |
| Eastern | £3,200 – £13,000 | £2,150 – £7,000 | £750 – £2,700 |
| West Midlands | £3,000 – £12,000 | £2,000 – £6,500 | £700 – £2,500 |
| East Midlands | £3,000 – £12,000 | £2,000 – £6,500 | £700 – £2,500 |
| Yorkshire | £2,800 – £11,000 | £1,850 – £6,000 | £650 – £2,300 |
| North West | £2,800 – £11,000 | £1,850 – £6,000 | £650 – £2,300 |
| South West | £2,800 – £11,000 | £1,850 – £6,000 | £650 – £2,300 |
| North East | £2,600 – £10,600 | £1,750 – £5,700 | £625 – £2,200 |
| Scotland (North) | £2,800 – £11,000 | £1,850 – £6,000 | £650 – £2,300 |
| Scotland (South) | £2,800 – £11,000 | £1,850 – £6,000 | £650 – £2,300 |
| South Wales | £2,600 – £10,600 | £1,750 – £5,700 | £625 – £2,200 |
| Merseyside & N. Wales | £2,600 – £10,600 | £1,750 – £5,700 | £625 – £2,200 |
Source: Best Builders 2026 Cost Index · Premium materials drive variance: porcelain & natural stone patios cost 50–100% more than sandstone; hardwood fencing 60–120% more than treated softwood. Composite decking and resin-bound aggregate adds significant material cost. See full cost index →
What Homeowners Say About Our Landscapers
Full back-garden redesign — APL-affiliated landscaper produced 3D drawings before quoting, build was on-schedule, and the planting scheme has matured beautifully one year on. Worth every penny.
Indian sandstone patio replacing tired old concrete. The team dug down to a proper sub-base, laid on full mortar bed, and the finish is dead flat. Three quotes through BestBuilders — biggest variance was the sub-base spec.
Boundary fence replacement after storm damage. Closeboard with concrete posts, gravel boards and post caps. Solid build, took two days. Discussed boundary line with neighbour upfront which made everything smoother.
Landscaping FAQs
Landscapers Across 519 UK Towns
Each town page shows local APL/BALI affiliated landscapers, town-specific cost ranges and nearby areas.
Our sources for this guide
Cost ranges, credential standards and regulatory information on this page are compiled from:
- Best Builders 2026 Cost Index — regional landscaping cost ranges aggregated from active quote requests across 519 UK towns, refreshed quarterly
- APL — Association of Professional Landscapers
- BALI — British Association of Landscape Industries
- SGD — Society of Garden Designers
- Planning Portal — Fences, Gates, Garden Walls
- GOV.UK — Permeable Surfacing & SuDS
- Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) — planting and design guidance
Editorial standards & how to reach us
This page is maintained by the Best Builders editorial team. Cost figures are reviewed quarterly against active quote data from our verified UK landscaper network. Regulatory information (Planning, SuDS, boundary law) is checked against current UK government guidance at each refresh. We do not accept payment for editorial coverage; landscaper listings are earned through our vetting process.
If you spot an error or have feedback, email editorial@bestbuilders.co.uk.
Last updated: 24 May 2026 · Next scheduled review: 24 August 2026