Upgrade your frontage with Gravel Driveways in Dulwich, built for everyday parking and a smart kerb appeal. We install decorative gravel, stabilising grids and crisp edging for a clean, low-maintenance finish.
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A well-built gravel driveway adds instant character and practical parking, especially across East Dulwich and Dulwich Village where space is valuable. We create tidy, free-draining surfaces that look right outside Georgian and Victorian façades. From properties near Dulwich Park to streets around SE22, we tailor the colour, edging and layout to your frontage. Expect a neat finish, minimal mess and clear communication throughout.
Dulwich homes often feature period brickwork, mature planting and traditional boundary walls, so the driveway needs to complement the architecture rather than compete with it. We regularly work on Victorian houses and larger detached properties in West Dulwich and Herne Hill, where levels, tree roots and access can be a factor. Our team chooses build-ups that cope with regular vehicle use while keeping the look refined. If you’re matching existing paths or front steps, we’ll help you select gravel that blends in.
Our process starts with a site visit, levels check and a clear specification for excavation, sub-base, membrane laying and edging installation. We install gravel grids where stability matters, then finish with an even decorative layer for a crisp appearance. You’ll receive straightforward maintenance guidance to keep it looking fresh year-round. Local homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, careful workmanship and a finish that lasts.
In the gravel driveways dulwich area, access and parking can be tight, so we plan deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. Ground conditions vary from compacted garden soils to made-up areas near older properties, so we adjust sub-base depth and compaction accordingly. We’re mindful of mature trees and existing boundary walls common around SE21 and SE24. If council guidance affects drainage or crossovers, we’ll flag it early and advise on compliant options.
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For gravel driveways in London Borough of Southwark, most homeowners budget £30–£60 per square metre depending on excavation depth, sub-base requirements, edging type and whether gravel grids are used. Typical Dulwich projects often fall around £1,200–£3,000 for a standard front driveway area. Costs rise with difficult access, significant level changes, premium decorative aggregates or extensive groundwork and drainage improvements.
Most gravel driveway installs take 1–2 days once the design and materials are agreed. Timing depends on the size of the area, how much excavation is needed, and whether we’re fitting gravel grids and new edging. Poor weather can slow compaction and finishing, and restricted access can add time for moving materials. We’ll confirm a realistic schedule after the site survey and levels check.
Many gravel driveway projects are permitted development, especially when the surface is permeable and water drains within your property. However, rules can change if you’re altering a dropped kerb, working near a listed building, or within a conservation area around places like Dulwich Village. We’ll discuss drainage, levels and access requirements and can help you understand when council approval may be needed before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our gravel driveway installation workmanship, covering issues such as sub-base failure due to incorrect build-up, edging movement from poor fixing, and grid-related instability where fitted by us. Normal wear, extreme weather events and damage from heavy commercial vehicles aren’t included. We also explain maintenance steps—like occasional raking and topping up—to keep the finish looking its best for years.
We offer a range of decorative gravel options including golden flint, Cotswold-style blends, grey granite and traditional pea shingle, chosen to complement brickwork and paving. Design choices include gravel grids for a firmer surface, contrasting edging in stone or kerb blocks, and defined parking bays or paths. We’ll recommend the right aggregate size for stability and help you select colours that suit your frontage and surrounding landscaping.
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