Resin bound
A smooth, permeable finish of stone bound in clear resin, laid on a proper base.
New driveways across Shropshire
Resin bound, block paving, tarmac and gravel driveways from one checked local installer who gets the groundworks and drainage right.
- Proper groundworks and drainage
- One checked local installer
- Free, no obligation
Get a quote: driveways
What we cover
Driveways we can help with
Block paving
Concrete or clay blocks in a pattern, which can be lifted and relaid for repairs.
Tarmac
A hard-wearing, lower cost surface, often used for larger drives.
Gravel
The simplest permeable option, with edging to hold it in place.
Imprinted concrete
Concrete stamped with a pattern, usually needing drainage to a permeable area.
Dropped kerbs
Most councils require an approved application and contractor to lower the kerb for a new driveway.
In Shropshire
What to know about driveways in Shropshire
Planning rules and drainage matter more than most people expect.
The 5 square metre rule
Paving more than 5 square metres of a front garden needs planning permission unless the surface is permeable or drains to a permeable area such as a lawn or border. GOV.UK guidance.
Near the Severn and the Teme
Parts of Shrewsbury, Bridgnorth's Low Town, Ironbridge and Ludlow sit by rivers with a history of flooding. Good drainage under and around a new drive matters there.
Conservation areas
In some Article 4 areas in Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth, and in the Ironbridge Gorge, hard surfaces at the front of a house can need planning permission. Check with the council first.
Our checks
Who we put you in touch with
Before an installer receives any enquiries from us, we check:
- Experience with the surface you want and a proper sub-base
- Drainage designed in, not added afterwards
- Public liability insurance that is current
- A trading address in or near Shropshire
- A written guarantee on materials and workmanship
How it works
From enquiry to written quote
- 1
Tell us about the job
Your postcode, what you need and roughly when. It takes about two minutes.
- 2
We match one local installer
One checked installer who covers your area. We email you to say who they are.
- 3
Survey and written quote
The installer visits, measures up and gives you a written quote. No cost to you and no obligation.
Guides
Read before you get a quote
Driveway planning permission and dropped kerbs in Shropshire The 5 square metre front garden rule, when a driveway needs planning permission, Article 4 areas, and how to apply for a dropped kerb in Shropshire or Telford. Read the guide Resin vs block paving vs tarmac: which driveway is best? Resin, block paving and tarmac compared on 2026 cost per square metre, lifespan, looks, drainage and planning, and upkeep, so you can pick the right drive. Read the guide Resin bound vs resin bonded: the difference for your driveway Resin bound vs resin bonded driveways compared: how each is laid, which drains, UV-stable resin, lifespan, 2026 costs, and why the choice matters for planning. Read the guide How long does a resin driveway last? Lifespan and maintenance How long resin, block paving, tarmac and gravel drives last, how to clean them, weeds and repairs, what shortens their life, guarantees and choosing an installer. Read the guide Driveway cost 2026: prices per m² and for one and two cars Typical 2026 driveway prices per square metre for gravel, tarmac, resin and block paving, worked costs for one and two cars, plus groundworks and dropped kerbs. Read the guide
FAQ
Common questions
Do I need planning permission for a new driveway?
Not if the surface is permeable or drains to a permeable area within your garden, or it is under 5 square metres. Otherwise, paving a front garden needs planning permission. A dropped kerb needs separate approval from the council.
Which driveway surface is best?
It depends on budget, looks and drainage. Resin bound and block paving can both be permeable; tarmac and concrete usually need drainage to a lawn or soakaway.
Does it cost anything to use Shropshire Quotes?
No. It is free for homeowners. Installers pay us for introductions.
We cover Shrewsbury, Telford, Oswestry, Ludlow, Bridgnorth, Welshpool, Market Drayton and Church Stretton, and the villages in between.