Tarmac paths and footpaths in Ballymoney
We survey and price tarmac paths across Ballymoney and the BT53 postcodes, with every layer and its depth written into the quote.

Tarmac path prices in Ballymoney
These Ballymoney guide prices reflect rates in Northern Ireland, about 12% below our UK midpoint.
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Tarmac garden path or footpath, hand-laid | £48–£79 per m² |
| Example: 10 m² path | £580–£950 |
| Example: 20 m² path | £1,050–£1,750 |
| Example: 40 m² path | £1,950–£3,150 |
As a 2026 guide in Ballymoney, tarmac path work runs at about £48–£79 per m² including VAT, so a 10 m² path is roughly £580–£950. Guide only; the survey confirms a fixed price.
What the price covers
Garden paths, side passages and footpaths in hot-laid tarmac, edged with timber, kerbs or blocks.
- Path set out to the line and width you want
- Excavation to about 150–180 mm with spoil removed
- MOT Type 1 base, about 100 mm, compacted
- Timber, kerb or block edging on both sides
- Gentle cross-fall so water runs off to the border
Planning and kerb rules for Ballymoney
Repairs, paths and edging work rarely need planning permission. In Northern Ireland, more than 5 m² of hard surface in front of a house should be porous or drain to a porous area within the property; DfI Roads approves dropped kerbs.
Layer by layer
Where we work in and around Ballymoney
What applies in Ballymoney. Ballymoney is covered on our County Antrim rounds, 40 miles from Belfast.
- Postcodes
- BT53
- Area
- County Antrim
- Nearest towns
- Coleraine (8 miles), Portrush (10 miles), Portstewart (11 miles), Ballymena (17 miles)
- Pricing
- Northern Ireland, about 12% below our UK midpoint
- Kerb approvals
- DfI Roads
Close to Ballymoney: Coleraine, Portrush, Portstewart, Ballymena.
Questions about tarmac paths in Ballymoney
Is the survey in Ballymoney free?
Yes for new surfacing such as drives, paths, private roads and car parks. Small repairs are often priced from photos; if a visit is needed for a repair-only job, we tell you any charge first.
Do I need permission for a tarmac path in Ballymoney?
In Northern Ireland, more than 5 m² of hard surface in front of a house should be porous or drain to a porous area within the property; DfI Roads approves dropped kerbs. Dropped kerbs are approved by DfI Roads.
Do you cover all of Ballymoney?
We cover Ballymoney including BT53, and nearby Coleraine, Portrush, Portstewart.
What is the price of a tarmac path in Ballymoney?
As a 2026 guide in Ballymoney, tarmac path work runs at about £48–£79 per m² including VAT, so a 10 m² path is roughly £580–£950. Edging, drainage and a dropped kerb are priced separately where needed.
Other work in Ballymoney
- Tar and chip driveways
- New tarmac driveways
- Front garden to tarmac driveway
- Car park and yard repairs
- Tarmac driveway repairs
- Permeable tarmac driveways
- Everything in Ballymoney
Send us a postcode, a rough size and a photo or two, and we'll come back with survey dates for Ballymoney.
Tarmac paths and footpaths in Ballymoney: get a written 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