Tarmac paths and footpaths in Tyne and Wear
From Newcastle upon Tyne to the smaller towns in Tyne and Wear, our tarmac paths quotes list the depths, edging, drainage and VAT so you can compare like with like.
How much does a tarmac path cost in Tyne and Wear?
Rates in Tyne and Wear follow the North East, about 7% below our UK midpoint.
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Tarmac garden path or footpath, hand-laid | £51–£84 per m² |
| Example: 10 m² path | £610–£1,000 |
| Example: 20 m² path | £1,150–£1,850 |
| Example: 40 m² path | £2,050–£3,350 |
Towns we cover in Tyne and Wear
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Sunderland
- South Shields
- Gateshead
- Washington
- Tynemouth
- Wallsend
- Newburn
- North Shields
- Whitley Bay
- Felling
- Jarrow
- Gosforth
- Hebburn
- Whickham
- Ryton
- Blaydon-on-Tyne
Postcode areas: NE, SR, TF, WV.
What is included?
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.
- 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
- Binder and surface course laid hot by hand and rolled
- Gentle cross-fall so water runs off to the border
Rules in Tyne and Wear
Repairs, paths and edging work rarely need planning permission. In England, a new hard surface over 5 m² in front of a house needs planning permission unless it is porous or drains to a lawn, border or soakaway within the property.
How it is built
Tarmac paths and footpaths in Tyne and Wear: questions
How much does a tarmac path cost in Tyne and Wear?
As a 2026 guide, about £51–£84 per m² inc VAT in Tyne and Wear. The survey confirms a fixed price.
Which towns in Tyne and Wear do you cover?
Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, South Shields, Gateshead, Washington, Tynemouth, Wallsend, Newburn and more.
How long does a tarmac path take?
Often 1–2 days.
Can a tarmac path be laid on a slope?
Yes, within reason. Steep paths may need steps or a textured finish; we set out the falls on site.
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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