Garden Design in Croydon that turns awkward plots into practical, beautiful outdoor rooms. From planting plans to 3D visualisation, we design gardens that suit how you live and the style of your home.
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Whether you’re near East Croydon station or heading out towards South Croydon, a well-planned garden makes daily life easier and more enjoyable. Fine Landscaping creates tailored layouts that balance planting, entertaining space and low-maintenance practicality. We can incorporate lighting design, water features and hard landscaping design from the outset, so the finished garden feels cohesive. Designs are created for real Croydon plots, not generic templates.
Croydon’s mix of Victorian terraces, 1930s semis and modern developments means every garden comes with different constraints. Narrow side access, overlooked boundaries and sloping lawns are common across areas like Addiscombe and Shirley. We design around existing levels, drainage and privacy, while keeping the style in tune with your property. The result is a garden that looks right from the back doors and the upstairs windows.
Our process starts with a site visit and measured survey, followed by concept options and a clear masterplan. You’ll receive detailed planting plans and, where helpful, 3D visualisation to confirm materials, levels and sightlines before any build begins. We’re based just 10 minutes away, so communication is quick and aftercare is straightforward. Homeowners choose us for tidy working practices, transparent specifications and designs that can be built to budget.
Across the London Borough of Croydon, gardens often combine clay-heavy soil with pockets of free-draining ground, so we specify plants and drainage accordingly. Access can be tight on terrace streets and parking restrictions vary, especially around CR0 and busier routes near the Whitgift Centre. We plan deliveries, waste removal and build sequences to minimise disruption. Designs also account for overlooking and wind exposure common in taller, modern developments.
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For Garden Design in Croydon, design-only fees typically range from £500–£2,500 depending on garden size, complexity and whether you want extras like 3D visualisation, lighting design or a full planting plan. If you proceed to a full build, most complete projects fall around £5,000–£25,000, influenced by paving, walls, levels, drainage, water features and the quality of materials chosen.
Most projects run 2–8 weeks from the start of on-site works, with the design phase completed beforehand. Timescales depend on access, the amount of hard landscaping, whether levels need changing, and lead times for bespoke items such as porcelain paving, pergolas or water features. Weather can also affect groundworks and planting. We provide a realistic programme and keep you updated as each stage is completed.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, especially like-for-like patios, planting and most typical landscaping. However, rules can change if you’re adding significant raised platforms, tall boundary treatments, structures near boundaries, or if your home is listed or in a conservation area. We flag potential issues early and can help you check requirements with the London Borough of Croydon, so your design is compliant before work begins.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on qualifying hard landscaping installations, covering issues arising from installation defects under normal use. This typically includes elements such as paving and constructed features installed by our team, subject to the agreed specification and proper maintenance. Planting is living material, so it’s covered separately and depends on season and aftercare. We provide clear guidance to protect your investment.
We tailor options to your style and budget, from contemporary porcelain patios to natural sandstone, brick edging and timber or composite decking. Planting can range from structured evergreen schemes to wildlife-friendly borders, with irrigation considered where needed. We also design lighting (steps, paths, feature uplights) and water features such as rills or compact fountains. We’ll recommend finishes that suit your property and how you use the space.
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