Housing Development Landscaping in Downham that helps developments sell, let and look cared-for year-round. From show home gardens to street planting, we deliver crisp finishes and reliable aftercare for developers and housing providers.
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Fine Landscaping delivers complete external works for new and refurbished schemes across Downham and nearby Catford and Grove Park. We create show home gardens that photograph well, plus practical front and rear gardens that residents can enjoy immediately. Communal areas are planned for safe movement, clear sightlines and easy maintenance. We regularly work near Downham Fields and along BR1 streets where access and parking need careful coordination.
Downham’s established residential estate includes 1920s cottage estates, 1930s semis and post-war housing, so landscaping needs to sit comfortably with the local character. We specify robust planting, durable paving and tidy boundary treatments that suit family-focused streets. Where plots are compact, we prioritise storage, bin routes and low-clutter layouts. For larger sites, we design legible communal spaces that feel welcoming without being over-designed.
Our process starts with a clear scope, drawings and a build programme aligned to your handover dates. We manage groundworks, levels, drainage and finishes so each plot is consistent and snag-free. Every installation is quality-checked, with practical care guidance for residents and site teams. Clients trust us because we communicate clearly, keep sites safe and follow through with maintenance contracts when the build is complete.
Working in the London Borough of Lewisham means factoring in tighter residential access, controlled parking and considerate working hours. Downham plots often have mixed ground conditions and legacy levels from older estates, so we allow for proper sub-bases and drainage. We plan deliveries around school and leisure traffic near Bonus Pastor Catholic College and Downham Health and Leisure Centre. Planting is chosen for resilience and year-round structure, not short-lived display.
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Costs vary by plot size, specification and whether you need communal works. As a guide, a simple front garden and path might start around £1,500–£3,500 per plot, while a full front and rear garden with turf, planting and patio can be £4,000–£12,000+. Driveways typically range from £3,000–£10,000+ depending on area, sub-base and drainage requirements. Communal areas are usually priced per square metre after survey.
A single plot front garden can often be completed in 1–3 days, while a full front-and-rear package commonly takes 1–2 weeks. Driveways are typically 3–7 working days depending on excavation depth and curing times. Communal areas and street planting are programmed around utilities, kerbs and final surfacing, so they may run over several weeks. Weather, access restrictions and late design changes are the main factors that affect timescales.
Many garden works are permitted, but some elements can trigger rules—especially new or extended driveways, changes to levels, boundary treatments and drainage. In particular, front garden paving may require permeable surfacing or suitable runoff measures. For developments, conditions attached to planning consent can specify planting, materials, tree protection and maintenance periods. We review your drawings and conditions, advise on compliance, and can liaise with the council or your planning consultant where needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for qualifying hard landscaping installations, covering defects arising from installation issues such as sub-base preparation, laying and jointing. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for specific products (for example, paving or fencing components). Soft landscaping is covered for establishment periods where agreed, with clear watering and care requirements. Snagging is handled promptly, and maintenance contracts can be added to protect the finish and keep sites looking consistent.
For driveways and paths, popular choices include permeable block paving, resin-bound surfacing and durable concrete or porcelain paving where budgets allow. Rear gardens often suit a practical patio with lawn or low-maintenance planting, plus defined bin and bike storage areas. Boundary treatments can include closeboard fencing, acoustic panels where needed, and metal railings for frontages. We help you select finishes that match the build palette, meet drainage requirements and stay attractive with minimal upkeep.
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