Tarmac paths and footpaths in Derry

What does a tarmac path cost in Derry?

These Derry 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 Derry, 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.

Covering Derry

The key facts for Derry. As one of the larger towns in County Londonderry, Derry sees regular survey visits.

Postcodes: BT48, BT47
Area: County Londonderry
Nearest towns: Limavady (15 miles)
Pricing: Northern Ireland, about 12% below our UK midpoint
Kerb approvals: DfI Roads

We also cover nearby Limavady.

Rules that apply in Derry

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.

What is included in a tarmac path?

A tarmac path is a lighter version of a drive build: a compacted stone base of around 100 mm, a binder course and a fine surface course, laid by hand and held in by timber edging, kerbs or blocks.

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
Binder and surface course laid hot by hand and rolled
Gentle cross-fall so water runs off to the border

Your questions answered

How quickly can work start in Derry?

Often 1–2 days. We book Derry surveys alongside other jobs in County Londonderry, and give you dates once the specification is agreed.

Are there planning or highway rules in Derry?

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.

What is the price of a tarmac path in Derry?

As a 2026 guide in Derry, 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.

Can I get a free survey in Derry?

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.

Also in Derry

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