Fine Landscaping delivers Landscaping Contractors in Upper Norwood for gardens that look exceptional and work beautifully year-round. From full design to patios, driveways, fencing and planting, we build with care and precision. Based nearby, we’re on site in around 15 minutes.
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Upper Norwood gardens often have strong character, just like the period homes around Crystal Palace Park and Westow Park. We provide full garden design and build, covering hard landscaping, soft landscaping, patios, driveways, fencing, decking and water features. Whether you want a smarter entertaining space or a low-maintenance family garden, we tailor every detail. We work across SE19 and nearby Crystal Palace with a focus on clean finishes and long-term performance.
This historic hilltop area brings stunning views, sloping plots and a mix of Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions. We’re used to working with raised terraces, retaining solutions and stepped access while keeping the look sympathetic to the property. Planting schemes are chosen to suit exposed spots and changing light levels, from sunny upper terraces to shaded side returns. We can also refresh tired layouts without losing the original charm of a mature garden.
Our process starts with a site visit, clear design options and a written specification so you know exactly what’s included. We manage groundworks, drainage, levels and finishes in the right order to avoid costly rework. Homeowners choose us for tidy sites, reliable scheduling and craftsmanship that stands up to heavy use. Every project is quality-checked, and we keep communication straightforward from first sketch to final clean-down.
As landscaping contractors in London Borough of Croydon, we plan for the realities of Upper Norwood: tighter access, controlled parking and varied ground conditions on a hilltop site. We regularly work around stepped entrances, basement flats and shared drives typical of period conversions. Where gardens sit higher than the street, we prioritise safe material handling and robust retaining details. We also factor in drainage and surface water rules when designing patios and driveways.
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Costs vary by access, levels, materials and the amount of groundwork needed. As a guide, small patio or fencing projects often start from £1,500–£4,000. Medium upgrades (new patio plus planting, edging and lighting prep) are commonly £6,000–£15,000. Full garden redesigns with paving, decking, walls and drainage can range from £20,000–£60,000+. We provide itemised estimates after a site visit in SE19.
Most smaller jobs, such as a fence line, a path or a compact patio, take 2–5 days. A typical garden makeover with new paving, turf and planting often runs 2–4 weeks. Larger projects involving retaining walls, drainage, driveways or multiple levels can take 4–10 weeks. Timescales depend on access, weather, curing times for concrete, and lead times for bespoke gates, stone or composite decking.
Many garden projects are permitted development, including patios, decking at low height and most planting works. Driveways can be permitted too, but rules around permeable surfaces, drainage to the highway and front garden alterations may apply. If your property is listed, in a conservation area, or close to boundary walls, extra restrictions can come into play. We flag likely permissions early and can help you prepare details for Croydon Council if needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for hard landscaping installations such as patios, paths, retaining structures, decking subframes and fencing posts (subject to normal use and maintenance). Materials are covered by the relevant manufacturer warranties, and we’ll advise what applies to your chosen paving, timber or composite boards. The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse or extreme events, but we’re always available to inspect and advise.
We design to suit period properties and modern conversions, with options including sandstone or porcelain paving, clay pavers, resin-bound or block-paved driveways, and timber or composite decking. Fencing can be closeboard, slatted or traditional panels, with bespoke gates if required. Planting ranges from evergreen structure to wildlife-friendly borders and low-maintenance schemes. We bring samples, explain pros and cons, and tailor choices to your light, soil and budget.
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