What affects the cost?
Landscaping rates depend on the mix of groundwork, paving, planting, drainage, machinery, waste removal and local labour pricing.
- Region
- Groundwork intensity
- Machinery required
- Paving or walling
- Drainage
- Waste removal
Typical cost breakdown
Regional planning examples
The examples below apply our published modelling factor to the same national benchmark. They are not claimed as observed city-wide average quotes.
Sources used for this guide
Tradesperson Costs in 2026: Day & Hourly Rates UK
Published / checked: April 2026
Used for: Bricklayer, carpenter, roofer, tiler, kitchen fitter, labourer and landscaper rate benchmarks
Frequently asked questions
What is a landscaper day rate in the UK?
Current UK guidance is around £180–£280 per day.
What is a landscaper hourly rate?
A useful current benchmark is about £25 per hour.
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