Edging and kerbs for tarmac in South Glamorgan
From Cardiff to the smaller towns in South Glamorgan, our edging jobs quotes list the depths, edging, drainage and VAT so you can compare like with like.
How much does tarmac driveway edging cost in South Glamorgan?
Rates in South Glamorgan follow Wales, about 5% below our UK midpoint.
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Kerb or block-paved edging | £24–£52 per metre |
Towns we cover in South Glamorgan
Postcode areas: CF.
What is included?
Edge restraint is a solid line of kerbs, blocks or setts bedded and haunched in concrete along the sides of a tarmac surface, so the material cannot spread sideways or break away when wheels run near the edge.
- Line and level set out
- Trench dug for the kerb and its concrete bed
- Kerbs, blocks or setts bedded on concrete
- Concrete haunch on the back of the edge
- Tarmac finished tight to the edge
- Drop kerbs or flush details at gates and lawns
Rules in South Glamorgan
Repairs, paths and edging work rarely need planning permission. In Wales, new front hardstanding should be porous or drain to a permeable area within the property, and work covering 100 m² or more with drainage effects usually needs SAB approval first.
Edging and kerbs for tarmac in South Glamorgan: questions
How much does tarmac driveway edging cost in South Glamorgan?
As a 2026 guide, about £24–£52 per metre inc VAT in South Glamorgan. The survey confirms a fixed price.
Which towns in South Glamorgan do you cover?
Cardiff, Barry, Penarth, Llantwit Major, Llandaff, Dinas Powys.
How long does tarmac driveway edging take?
Usually part of the main build.
Can you add a border to my existing drive?
Often, by cutting a strip back from the edge and setting new blocks or setts on concrete. It also repairs a crumbling edge at the same time.
Other services in South Glamorgan
Get a written tarmac quote
Send a postcode and a rough size and we'll arrange a survey. Every quote lists the layers, edging, drainage and VAT.
- Surface courseDEPTH + MIX
- Binder courseDEPTH + MIX
- Sub-baseDEPTH + MATERIAL
- Edges, drainage, VATITEMISED