How Much Does Artificial Grass Cost in the UK?
Artificial grass is priced per square metre. Most of the cost is groundworks and installation — clearing the old lawn, laying a sub-base, weed membrane and joining the turf.
Fitted cost per square metre incl. groundworks. A typical 30m² garden is £1,200–£3,000.
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Cost per square metre
Cost by garden size (fitted)
What affects the price
- •Groundworks — removing the old lawn, excavating and laying a compacted sub-base is most of the labour.
- •Turf quality — pile height, density and backing affect both the supply price and how realistic it looks.
- •Access — no side access slows the job as everything is barrowed through the house.
- •Edging, joins and shaping around borders, trees and paths.
- •Disposal of the excavated turf and soil.
Regional price variation
Labour is the biggest regional swing. London and the South East typically run 20–30% above the national average, while the North of England, Scotland and Wales tend to sit 5–15% below it. Material prices are fairly consistent nationwide — it is day rates that move the total. The ranges on this page assume South of England pricing unless stated.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does artificial grass cost fitted in the UK?
Fitted artificial grass costs around £40–£100 per square metre including groundworks, so a typical 30m² garden is £1,200–£3,000. The turf itself is £10–£30 per m² supply-only.
Why is fitting so much more than the turf?
Most of the cost is the groundworks — removing the old lawn, excavating, laying and compacting a sub-base, weed membrane, and joining and pinning the turf. A poor base is the main reason cheap installations fail.
How long does artificial grass last?
Good-quality artificial grass lasts around 15–20 years. A well-prepared sub-base is the biggest factor in how well it wears and drains over time.