# Exposed Aggregate Driveway Cost Calculator & Price Guide

This is the text version of https://www.supertrades.com.au/calculators/exposed-aggregate-driveway-cost-calculator.

Use this guide to estimate exposed aggregate driveway cost in Australia, whether you are comparing a basic new pour or a more decorative finish. Based on current supply-and-install rates, exposed aggregate cost per m2 typically ranges from $95/m² for an overlay to $145/m² for a premium new pour, with the final exposed aggregate driveway price shown in AUD.

## Exposed Aggregate Driveway price breakdown

Typical job based on 80 m². Prices are supply-and-install midpoints. Actual quotes vary.

| Type | Cost per m² | Typical 80 m² job |
| --- | --- | --- |
| New pour — standard aggregate | $110 | $8,800 |
| New pour — premium / coloured blend | $145 | $11,600 |
| Overlay / resurface existing concrete | $95 | $7,600 |

## What affects Exposed Aggregate Driveway cost

- **Installation type:** The biggest pricing difference is whether you need a new pour, a premium decorative new pour, or an overlay over existing concrete. Mid-rate pricing is $110/m² for a standard new pour, $145/m² for a premium or coloured blend, and $95/m² for resurfacing a sound slab.
- **Condition of the existing slab:** If you are resurfacing and the concrete underneath is in good condition, the overlay rate stays at $95/m². If the slab needs repair, add $25/m² before multiplying by the driveway area.
- **Driveway size:** This calculator is area-based, so the total cost of exposed aggregate driveway works is mainly driven by square metres. Smaller jobs can be affected by the $4,500 minimum job charge if the calculated total falls below that amount.
- **Finish and stone blend:** Standard stone blends are priced lower than decorative mixes with coloured aggregate, borders, or contrasting bands. Choosing a premium finish pushes the exposed aggregate concrete driveway cost toward the top end of the range at $145/m².

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the average exposed aggregate driveway cost in Australia?

For supply and installation, the midpoint rates are $95/m² for an overlay on a sound existing slab, $110/m² for a standard new pour, and $145/m² for a premium or coloured blend new pour. Using the typical 80 m² example, that works out to $7,600, $8,800, or $11,600 before the displayed estimate range is applied. The estimate range shown is generally calculated at ±15% around the midpoint.

### What is the exposed aggregate cost per m2 for a new driveway?

A standard new pour is priced at $110/m², while a premium or coloured blend new pour is $145/m². These figures cover supply and installation. If you are comparing finishes, the premium option usually reflects decorative aggregate mixes, borders, or contrasting bands.

### How much is the exposed aggregate driveway price for an 80 m² job?

At the default 80 m² example size, a standard new pour comes to $8,800 at the midpoint rate of $110/m². A premium new pour is $11,600 at $145/m², while an overlay on a sound slab is $7,600 at $95/m². The displayed estimate range is then shown at roughly 15% below and above those midpoint totals.

### How does slab condition change the cost of exposed aggregate driveway resurfacing?

If the existing slab is sound, overlay pricing starts from $95/m². When repairs are needed, add $25/m² before multiplying by the area, making the effective resurfacing rate $120/m². For an 80 m² driveway, that changes the midpoint total from $7,600 to $9,600.

### What affects exposed aggregate concrete driveway cost the most?

The main cost drivers are whether you need a new slab or an overlay, whether you choose a standard or premium aggregate blend, and whether the existing slab needs repair. The rates range from $95/m² to $145/m², with slab repairs adding another $25/m² where required. Job size also matters because a minimum charge of $4,500 AUD applies when the calculated total is lower.

### Is there a minimum exposed aggregate driveway cost?

Yes. If the calculated amount based on the per-square-metre rate comes in under $4,500 AUD, the minimum job charge applies instead. This is most relevant for smaller driveways or partial resurfacing jobs.

Quotes: [Exposed Aggregate Driveways](https://www.supertrades.com.au/exposed-aggregate-driveway/index.md).