Front Garden Landscaping in Shortlands that elevates kerb appeal and daily practicality. From elegant driveways and pathways to planting, lighting and discreet bin storage, we build front gardens that suit BR2 homes. We’ve completed many projects across Shortlands and nearby areas.
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A well-planned front garden makes arriving home feel better and adds value from the street. We design and build driveways, pathways, lawns, planting, walls, fencing and lighting tailored to Shortlands properties. Whether you’re close to Shortlands station or nearer St Mary’s Church, we’ll create a frontage that looks refined and works hard. Expect clean lines, durable materials and thoughtful details like bin storage that doesn’t dominate the view.
Shortlands has a distinctive mix of large Edwardian houses, Victorian villas and smart 1930s homes, each with different proportions and levels. We match the design to your architecture—period-appropriate edging, sympathetic walling and planting that complements brickwork and bay windows. Many clients want off-street parking without losing greenery, especially around Bromley and Beckenham. Our layouts balance vehicle access with soft landscaping so the frontage still feels welcoming.
We start with a site visit, measure-up and a clear proposal covering materials, drainage and finishes. Our team handles groundwork, paving, planting and electrics for lighting, keeping disruption controlled and the site tidy. You’ll get straightforward communication, realistic timelines and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty. Being only 20 minutes away means we can respond quickly for surveys, updates and aftercare.
Front gardens in BR2 often need careful levels management, especially where plots rise from the pavement or sit below the road. We plan falls, drainage and thresholds to protect your home and keep driveways compliant. Parking and access can be tight on residential streets, so deliveries and waste removal are scheduled to minimise disruption. We also consider Bromley council expectations around front boundary treatments and sustainable driveway surfacing.
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Costs vary with size, levels and specification. As a guide, a simple refresh (turfing, planting, edging) often starts around £2,500–£6,000. A new driveway with pathways and lighting commonly falls between £8,000–£20,000+, while larger Edwardian frontages with walls, fencing and bespoke bin storage can be £20,000–£40,000+. We provide an itemised quote after a site survey in BR2.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site, depending on scope. A small front garden with new path, planting and lawn can be completed in 3–7 days. Driveways, walls, fencing and lighting typically require 7–15 working days, especially if excavation and new sub-bases are needed. Timescales are affected by access, waste removal, curing time for concrete, and weather during planting and paving.
Many front garden changes are permitted development, but there are key rules—particularly for new or enlarged driveways. Surfaces over 5m² should be permeable or drain to a suitable area within your property, not the street. New walls, gates and fencing can have height limits, and some homes may be in conservation areas. We check requirements and advise before work starts, so your design stays compliant.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on installed hard landscaping elements such as paving, sub-bases, retaining work, walls and fencing (subject to correct use and normal ground conditions). Electrical components and fittings are covered by manufacturer warranties, and we provide certification where applicable. Plants are living materials, so establishment depends on care and weather, but we’ll advise on aftercare to maximise success.
Homeowners often choose block paving or porcelain-look paving for smart driveways, with granite setts or brick edging to suit Victorian and Edwardian façades. For pathways, sandstone, resin-bound surfacing and clay pavers are popular, paired with low walls, vertical slat fencing or metal railings. Planting can range from structured evergreens to softer cottage-style borders, and we can add discreet lighting and integrated bin storage. We’ll guide you on style, maintenance and budget.
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