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How much does a new patio cost in 2024?

The prices in this guide are accurate, as of 2024* 

Illustration of a row of houses with garden patios, labelled with the cost to get different garden patio sizes installed
Average cost to install a new garden patio

Adding a patio to your garden is a great way to create an outdoor living space for you to relax in and enjoy the good weather. 

A garden patio can make hosting for guests even more enjoyable, creating the perfect space for dinner parties and gatherings. 

What’s more, they’re also incredibly versatile, offering a huge range of design options and materials for you to choose from. You can truly get creative with your new patio, showing off your style and personality. 

A garden patio area can also increase the value of your home, as they’re considered very appealing to many prospective buyers.  

How much you end up spending on your patio installation will depend on the size of the patio you’re looking to get, and where you live in the UK, as cost of labour rises in London and the South East. You could spend anywhere from £1,100 and £7,200 on your new patio. 

Picture of a covered patio with sofa, chairs, fireplace and coffee table

This cost guide will always specify where prices include cost of labour and materials, and where it refers to them separately.  

The benefits of a patio include: 

  1. Improves the aesthetics of your garden  
  1. Adds value to your property 
  1. Long lasting  
  1. Low maintenance  
  1. Can help prevent flooding and improve your homes drainage 
  1. Great for outdoor entertainment  
  1. Multiple-use space 

There’s just so much you can do with a patio. If you’re thinking of investing in (and extending) your outdoor space, a patio is a great way to do so. 

Before you get started on your patio, there are a few things you should keep in mind: 

  • Think about the positioning of the sun, and where it falls at different times of day, this can help you decide where to place your patio to make the most of the good weather 
  • How big do you want your patio to be? It might be worth checking out some patio furniture to figure out what you want, and how much space you’ll need to comfortably lay everything out 
  • Consider how things will look combined together. Think about where you want to place your plant pots and greenery, so you can make sure you properly integrate your patio into your outdoor space. Avoid hard edges between paving and your lawn, as these tend to look visually unappealing and uninviting  
  • Pick a patio material that matches your home’s style so that it doesn’t stick out. We recommend you shop around and test out a few samples before you commit to a particular pattern or style 

Conclusions

Picture of a garden patio with white furniture

Having a garden you can properly relax and entertain guests in is priceless. A patio area can turn your garden into a liveable outdoor space, which you can then design to your liking, choosing the materials and design for the patio itself, but also the furniture and finishing touches to go on top of it. 

Whether you want an outdoor kitchen, or a dining table to eat your meals on during the warmer months, the possibilities are endless. You could even get a hammock! 

How much you’ll spend will depend largely on the size of the patio you’re thinking of getting, your choice of materials, and where you live in the UK. 

We recommend you ask for multiple quotes before you settle on your chosen tradespeople. Let us know what you have in mind and get some free quotes today.

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*The Rated People cost guides are produced in collaboration with the quote-building platform PriceBuilder, and a range of tradespeople across the 30+ trades on our platform were consulted. Please note that the prices included are for guidance only – how much you end up spending will depend on the specific requirements of your project.

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