In West Yorkshire, where property styles range from traditional stone-built terraces to modern detached homes, the choice of driveway surface plays a crucial role in both kerb appeal and practicality. While there are several materials to choose from across our wide range, each having their own price point and unique attractions. Block paved driveways remains a firm favourite.

Block Paved Driveways Remain A Firm Favourite

Block paving has traditionally been the go-to choice for homeowners across Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Wakefield and Halifax. It’s popularity stems from its aesthetical appeal, durability and versality. The wide range of colours, patterns and textures available allows customers to complement a wide range of properties, old and new.

One major reason for its widespread use in West Yorkshire is its ability to withstand the regions variable weather conditions. With block paving being permeable surface, this helps reduce water collecting and pooling on the driveway, ideal for those driveways that have any drainage concerns.

Driveway Surface Choices

Tarmac is still a popular choice for those longer driveways, its practical and inexpensive in comparison, resin has a soaring rise in installations over recent years more so in suburban areas such as Horsforth, Ilkley, Wetherby and Holmfirth, offering a sleek stylish, modern finish.

Gravel is a cheaper option and is often installed in larger more rural countryside properties to keep prices down, offering a rustic appearance with a wide option of colours it can complement any property and outdoor space. Indian sandstone is an option that is starting to a steady increase in demand, a durable surface that every install is unique, down to its natural colours and textures.

Which driveway surface choice you opt for, this should be down to personal choice, budget and property specifications. Here at Buildadrive we’d be happy to offer our expert advice and knowledge across all surface types.