Artificial grass cost guide
A straight answer on what artificial grass costs in the UK, plus what drives the price so you can compare quotes fairly.
Artificial grass is priced in two ways: supply-only (the grass alone) and supply-and-fit (grass plus full installation). The figures below are broad UK guide ranges to help you budget. They are not quotes, and real prices depend heavily on your site.
| Option | Typical UK guide range | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Supply only | ~£12 to £35 per m² | The grass itself. Entry-level to premium multi-tone turf. |
| Ground preparation | ~£20 to £40 per m² | Excavation, sub-base, membrane and levelling (varies with ground). |
| Supply & fit (typical) | ~£50 to £90 per m² | The complete installed lawn, groundwork included. |
| London & South East | ~£65 to £110 per m² | Higher labour and disposal costs push the range up. |
Ranges are indicative, drawn from widely published UK figures, and vary by supplier, product and site. Groundwork can account for roughly half to two-thirds of an installed price.
What drives the cost
The big variables
- Groundwork: depth of excavation, waste disposal and sub-base, usually the largest single factor
- Grass grade: pile height, density, yarn quality and backing
- Area size & shape: small, intricate gardens cost more per m²
- Access: narrow or stepped access means materials are moved by hand
Smaller but real
- Edging, steps, borders and kerbs
- Extra drainage such as a soakaway on wet ground
- Removal of trees, roots, old slabs or decking
- Infill sand and adhesives
- Region and the installer's overheads
How to compare quotes fairly
The cheapest quote is rarely the best value. To compare like for like, check that each quote spells out:
- The excavation depth and sub-base specification
- Whether waste removal is included
- The exact grass product (make, pile height, warranty)
- How edges and joins will be finished
- What drainage provision is included
Get a figure for your space
The only way to know your real cost is a site-specific quote. Tell us your area and conditions and we will come back with an itemised estimate.
Cost FAQs
Most variation comes from groundwork and grass grade. A quote that looks cheap often assumes minimal excavation and a thin base, which shows within a season. Always compare what is included, not just the headline figure.
Yes. Buying grass to lay yourself avoids labour and groundwork costs. But a DIY lawn is only as good as the base you build. See our supply page.
Usually the opposite. Fixed costs (access, set-up, waste runs) are spread over more metres, so large open gardens often cost less per m² than small, intricate ones.
Running costs are low: occasional brushing, rinsing and the odd top-up of sand infill. There is no mowing, watering, feeding or re-seeding.
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