How much does a concrete driveway cost in Australia? (2026)
A plain concrete driveway costs $65-$110 per m2 installed. For the driveways Australians actually build, that works out to roughly $2,600-$6,000 for a standard 40 m2 driveway, with fully finished projects (removal, prep, decorative finish) commonly quoting $4,000-$18,000.
Driveway costs by size (plain, installed)
| Driveway | Size | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Single, short | 18 m2 | $1,400-$2,400 |
| Standard double | 40 m2 | $2,600-$6,000 |
| Large double / extra parking | 60 m2 | $4,200-$8,500 |
What pushes a driveway quote up
Removing the old driveway ($40-$80/m2), excavation and base prep on soft or sloped ground, drainage (a driveway that sends stormwater toward the house is a future problem), decorative finishes - exposed aggregate can add 40-70% over plain - and access, including pump hire at roughly $800-$1,500.
Concreting vs paving
Pavers run higher per m2 installed and cost more to repair per section, but individual pavers can be lifted and replaced. Concrete is cheaper upfront and lower maintenance, but cracks are repaired, not swapped. For most driveways on a budget, plain or coloured concrete is the value pick; exposed aggregate is the premium look without full paver pricing.
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Ranges cross-checked: hipages, Yellow Pages ($110-$130/m2 plain, $120-$200 decorative) and Service.com.au (typical driveway quotes $4,000-$18,000).