Landscaping Quote Calculator
Estimate landscaping costs for garden design, paving, planting, fencing, and ongoing maintenance. Get a full quote breakdown by project type.
Last updated: March 2026
Total Quote
£$3,500
Cost per Sq Ft
£$7.00
Labour Hours
40 hrs
Material Cost
£$1,500
How You Compare
Your cost per sq ft is in the bottom 60% of UK landscaping.
Industry typical: £5-£20/sq ft
Source: BALI Industry Survey 2025
💡 What This Means
- 📊 £3500 is a typical mid-range landscaping quote. Full garden redesigns average £5,000-£15,000 in the UK.
- 💡 A well-landscaped garden can add 5-15% to your property value. At £3500, this is likely a good ROI if you're planning to sell.
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What is Landscaping Cost?
Landscaping cost covers the design, materials, labour, and planting involved in transforming an outdoor space. Projects range from simple lawn laying to complete garden redesigns with patios, planting schemes, water features, and lighting. For boundary work, also check the Fencing Quote Calculator.
The Formula
Total Cost = Area (sqft) × Cost per Sqft + Materials + Labour Days × Day Rate
Materials include hard landscaping (paving, decking, walls) and soft landscaping (soil, plants, turf). Hard landscaping typically costs 2-3x more than soft landscaping per sqft.
Worked Example
A 500 sqft garden redesign: £5/sqft for design and groundwork, £800 in materials, and 3 days of labour at £250/day.
- Design & groundwork = 500 × £5 = £2,500
- Materials = £800
- Labour = 3 × £250 = £750
- Total = £2,500 + £800 + £750 = £4,050
📌 The garden transformation costs £4,050 — £8.10 per sqft, which is mid-range for a redesign including new planting and features.
Why This Matters
Return on investment
Well-designed landscaping can add 5-15% to property value. A £4,000-8,000 garden makeover on a £300,000 property can return £15,000-45,000 — one of the best home improvement ROIs available.
Phased budgeting
Large garden projects can be split into phases. Prioritise hard landscaping (patios, paths, fencing) first as it's disruptive, then add planting and features in later phases to spread costs.
Common Mistakes
❌ Not accounting for drainage
Hard surfaces (patios, driveways) create runoff that must be managed. Retrospective drainage solutions cost £500-2,000. Design drainage into the project from the start.
❌ Underestimating maintenance costs
A beautiful garden requires ongoing care. Complex planting schemes need £50-150/month in maintenance. Choose low-maintenance plants if you don't plan to hire a gardener.
Industry Benchmarks
| Category | Good | Average | Poor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small garden (<500 sqft) | £2,000-3,500 | £3,500-6,000 | £8,000+ |
| Medium garden | £5,000-8,000 | £8,000-15,000 | £20,000+ |
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