Front Garden Landscaping in Upper Norwood that upgrades kerb appeal and day-to-day practicality. From smart driveways and pathways to planting, lighting and discreet bin storage, we build front gardens that suit SE19 period homes.
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Upper Norwood’s hilltop streets and period façades deserve front gardens that look intentional and work hard. Whether you’re close to Crystal Palace Park or walking distance from Westow Park, we design layouts that improve access, parking and presentation. Expect crisp paths, well-structured planting, and finishes that complement brickwork and bay windows. We also integrate practical details like bin storage and lighting without cluttering the frontage.
Many homes in SE19 are Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions, often with raised entrances, narrow side access and sloping plots. We regularly tackle uneven levels with retaining walls, steps and tidy boundary solutions. If you’re in Crystal Palace, South Norwood or Norwood New Town, we’ll match materials to the local character while keeping maintenance realistic. The result is a front garden that feels in keeping, not “bolted on”.
We start with a site survey, then produce a clear design and itemised proposal covering driveways, pathways, lawns, fencing, walls, lighting and planting. Our team manages groundworks, drainage, waste removal and tidy handover, with regular updates throughout. Homeowners choose Fine Landscaping for reliable scheduling, neat workmanship and transparent options. Every build is finished to a standard we’re happy to put in writing.
Front gardens here often sit on slopes, with variable clay soils and exposed, windy aspects on higher roads. We design drainage and sub-bases to cope with runoff, and plan deliveries around tighter parking and access. Where boundary lines are sensitive, we keep wall and fence heights compliant and neighbour-friendly. If permissions are needed, we’ll flag them early and help you stay aligned with London Borough of Croydon requirements.
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Costs vary by size, levels and specification. As a guide, simple refreshes (planting, edging, small path repairs) often start around £1,500–£4,000. New pathways, fencing and a reworked layout commonly fall in the £5,000–£12,000 range. Driveways with proper sub-base, drainage, walls, lighting and bin storage are typically £12,000–£30,000+. We provide an itemised quote after a site visit.
Most front garden projects take 3–10 working days once materials are on site. A straightforward path, planting and tidy-up can be completed in under a week, while a new driveway with walls, steps, lighting and drainage may take 2–4 weeks. Timescales depend on access, weather, curing time for concrete, and whether levels need regrading. We’ll confirm a realistic programme before work starts.
Many front garden improvements are permitted development, but driveways can trigger rules around surface water drainage and materials. If the area is over 5m², permeable paving or drainage to a suitable soakaway is usually required rather than sending water to the highway. Boundary walls, railings and changes near the road can also have limits. We check constraints, advise on compliant options, and can support applications if needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our installation workmanship for key elements such as paving, driveway construction, walls and structural groundworks, subject to normal use and proper maintenance. Materials are covered by the relevant manufacturer warranties where applicable. We also explain aftercare for planting, lawns and jointing so the finish beds in correctly. If an issue arises, we respond quickly and put it right.
For period properties, popular choices include clay pavers, natural stone setts, resin-bound gravel (where suitable), and porcelain for crisp, modern lines. We often pair low brick walls with railings, timber or composite fencing, and layered planting with evergreens for year-round structure. Lighting options range from subtle step lights to bollards and uplighters. We’ll recommend materials based on style, slip resistance, drainage and maintenance.
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