A patio is a paved outdoor area next to the house or in the garden, laid in porcelain, natural stone or concrete slabs on a compacted sub-base and mortar bed, with falls that direct rainwater away from the house.
Homes across North Yorkshire vary a great deal, so we price a new patio only after seeing the property. Our coverage takes in York, Middlesbrough, Harrogate and Scarborough and the surrounding districts. As a guide, expect £2,400–£5,200 including VAT in Yorkshire and the Humber; the final figure depends on size, materials and access. Any permissions are checked against the rules for England before we quote.
- Guide price
- £2,400–£5,200 inc VAT
- Time on site
- 3–7 days on site
- Planning rules
- England
- Price level
- About 6% below the national guide
- Towns listed
- 8
- Survey
- Free, with a written quote
How much does a new patio cost in North Yorkshire?
What will a new patio cost in North Yorkshire? Our guide range is £2,400–£5,200 including VAT. That figure is adjusted for Yorkshire and the Humber, about 6% below the national guide, and is intended for planning a budget. A firm written price for your chosen specification follows a free survey at your home.
| Type of job | What it usually involves | Guide in North Yorkshire |
|---|---|---|
| Small patio or path | Around 10m² of concrete slabs or a garden path. | £950–£2,400 |
| Typical 20m² patio | Sandstone or porcelain on a full sub-base with jointing and edging. | £2,400–£5,200 |
| Large or multi-level patio | Bigger areas, steps, retaining walls or premium stone. | £5,200–£11,500 |
Your price depends mostly on:
- Slab material, size and laying pattern
- Ground levels, slopes, steps and retaining walls
- Drainage needed to keep water away from the house
- Access for materials and removing spoil
What’s included?
- Survey of levels, damp-proof course, drainage and access
- Excavation and removal of turf, soil or old paving
- Compacted MOT Type 1 sub-base
- Primer on porcelain slabs for a strong bond
- Edging and neat cuts around drains and walls
- Site cleared, waste removed and paving cleaned
Homes in North Yorkshire
York has medieval timber-framed, Georgian and Victorian buildings, Harrogate has stone Victorian villas and terraces, and the Dales and Moors are built of limestone and sandstone, often under stone-slate or pantile roofs. Teesside towns within the county, such as Middlesbrough and Redcar, have Victorian red-brick terraces and post-war estates.
Dales and Moors properties often need lime pointing, roof repairs and window designs acceptable within a national park. Teesside brick terraces suit loft rooms and rear extensions, and estate homes commonly take garage conversions.
High ground in the Dales and Moors sees snow, frost and strong winds, while the coast faces cold North Sea weather.
Do you need permission in North Yorkshire?
Which rules apply depends on where you live. For North Yorkshire, the answer is England, and the points below reflect that; we verify them with the council before quoting.
A ground-level patio in a back garden does not usually need planning permission in England. Raised decks or platforms more than 30 cm high do.
Building Regulations do not normally apply to patios, but levels must stay below the damp-proof course and drain away from the house.
Rules change and every property is different, so we check the planning history and constraints for your address before we quote.
The four stages
We look at the job
It starts with a survey at the property, free of charge. We check condition, access and services, ask how you want the finished result to look, and answer any questions you have about a new patio.
Your fixed price
You get the price in writing, itemised so you can see where the money goes. As long as the specification stays the same, that is the price you pay for a new patio.
Plan and prepare
Next comes planning the work itself. We set a start date that suits you, line up the right trades, and make sure any approvals for a new patio are in place before the first day on site.
Finish and handover
The job proceeds in the order set out in the programme, with dust and debris kept under control. Finally we tidy away, inspect the work together and pass the finished project over to you with its paperwork.
What you can expect from us
Frequently asked questions
How do I clean and look after my patio?
Most patios just need regular sweeping and an occasional wash with water and a mild patio cleaner. Porcelain is the easiest to keep clean. Natural stone benefits from a sealant to reduce staining and from prompt cleaning of spills like oil or wine. Re-point any joints that crack or wash out. Avoid high-pressure jet washing close to joints, which can damage them.
Is the price fixed?
Yes, for the specification we agree. Your written quote sets out exactly what is included at a fixed price. It only changes if you ask for something different, or if a problem the survey could not reasonably reveal later needs extra work. In either case we explain the change and confirm it in writing before going ahead.
Which postcodes in North Yorkshire do you cover?
We cover YO1, TS1, HG1 and YO11, along with the rest of North Yorkshire. If your postcode is not listed, get in touch anyway: our coverage is UK-wide, and we can usually arrange a survey wherever you live. Enter your postcode in the guide-price tool or contact form and we will confirm.
How do you make sure water drains away from the house?
A patio needs a gentle fall, usually a little over 1 in 80, so rainwater runs away from the house towards the garden, a drain or a soakaway. The surface should also sit well below the damp-proof course. If the patio meets a door threshold, a channel drain may be needed. We set levels with string lines and check falls as we lay each section.
How much does a new patio cost?
A typical 20m² patio in sandstone or porcelain costs £2,400–£5,200, including excavation, sub-base, laying and jointing. As a guide, allow roughly £100–£220 per square metre plus fixed costs for set-up and waste. Concrete slabs cost less, while slate, granite and large-format porcelain cost more. Steps, walls and drainage add to the total. We confirm a fixed price after the survey.
Towns in North Yorkshire
Choose your town from the list to see how we price and plan a new patio in your part of North Yorkshire, including typical time on site.