Upgrade your driveway or front garden with Permeable Paving in Kennington that looks sharp and manages rainwater properly. We install SuDS-compliant surfaces with integrated drainage to help reduce pooling and localised flooding. Fine Landscaping is based 20 minutes away, so support is always close by.
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Kennington’s hardscaped front gardens and busy streets can make surface water a real nuisance after heavy rain. Our permeable paving solutions are designed to let water soak through safely, rather than run towards the pavement. We work across SE11, including around The Oval cricket ground and Kennington Park. The result is a driveway or patio that performs well and complements period architecture.
We regularly design and install systems for Georgian townhouses, Victorian terraces and mansion blocks common in Kennington and nearby Oval. Many properties have limited front-garden depth, shared access routes or basement lightwells, so levels and falls must be set with care. If you’re near Vauxhall or Elephant & Castle, we can also plan for higher foot traffic and tighter turning circles. Every build is tailored to the property’s layout and drainage needs, not a one-size approach.
We start with a site survey, checking levels, existing drainage points and sub-base condition before recommending the right permeable build-up. Installations include proper excavation, geotextiles where required, and a free-draining sub-base to keep the system working long-term. We keep the site tidy, protect neighbouring boundaries, and provide clear handover guidance on maintenance. Homeowners choose us for consistent workmanship, transparent specifications and a 10-year warranty.
Working in the London Borough of Lambeth means planning for controlled parking, narrow access and timed deliveries on some roads. Kennington’s mix of older properties and modern blocks often brings tricky thresholds, existing drains and uneven historic levels. We set falls carefully, protect brickwork and iron railings, and design permeable systems that suit compact SE11 front gardens. If needed, we coordinate waste removal and materials drops to minimise disruption.
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Costs in Kennington typically range from £110–£180 per m² for permeable block paving, depending on excavation depth, edging and access. Resin bound systems often sit around £120–£200 per m², while grass or gravel grids can be £70–£140 per m². Porous concrete is usually priced after a site check due to preparation requirements. Tight access near SE11 mansion blocks can increase labour and delivery costs.
Most Kennington projects take 2–5 days for a typical front garden or small driveway, including excavation, sub-base installation and laying. Larger driveways or complex drainage integration can take 1–2 weeks. Timescales depend on access for machinery, waste removal logistics, and whether we’re rebuilding steps, walls or thresholds. Weather can also affect resin bound and concrete pours, so we schedule carefully to protect the finish.
In many cases, permeable paving for a front garden or driveway is permitted development, especially when the surface is genuinely permeable or drains to a suitable permeable area. However, rules can change if you’re in a conservation area, altering boundary walls, or dealing with listed buildings common around Georgian squares. We check the site, advise on SuDS-compliant options, and can help you confirm requirements with Lambeth before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our permeable paving installations, covering workmanship and the integrity of the installed build-up when used as intended. This includes issues such as settlement caused by incorrect sub-base construction or edge restraint failure. Materials may also carry manufacturer warranties (for example, resin systems). The warranty doesn’t cover damage from heavy vehicles beyond design load, accidental impact, or lack of basic maintenance such as clearing silt.
We offer permeable block paving in a range of colours and laying patterns to suit Victorian terraces and mansion blocks, plus resin bound for a clean, contemporary look. For greener front gardens, grass grids or gravel grids keep a stable surface while maintaining permeability. Porous concrete is an option for modern courtyards and high-use paths. We’ll guide you on edging, lighting, thresholds and drainage integration so the design looks right and performs well.
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