Concrete Driveways Perth: Comparing Finishes & Costs in 2025

Table of Contents

1. Introduction: Why Perth Homeowners Are Upgrading Their Driveways
   
2. What Makes a Great Concrete Driveway?
   
3. Exposed Aggregate Driveways
   
4. Honed Concrete Driveways
   
5. Coloured Concrete Driveways
6. Standard Grey Concrete Driveways
7. Cost Guide: Concrete Driveways in Perth (2025)
8. Which Finish Is Best for Your Home?
9. Why Choose Handmade Concreting Perth
10. FAQs About Concrete Driveways Perth
    

Introduction: Why Perth Homeowners Are Upgrading Their Driveways

Your driveway is the first thing people notice when they visit your home — and in Perth’s property market, a modern, well-constructed concrete driveway can dramatically increase kerb appeal and resale value.

Whether you’re in Joondalup, Wanneroo, Scarborough, or Rockingham, homeowners are choosing architectural concrete finishes for their driveways to achieve a clean, contemporary, low-maintenance look that lasts for decades.

This guide breaks down the four most popular concrete driveway finishes in Perth, helping you choose the right one for your home and budget.

What Makes a Great Concrete Driveway?

A high-quality concrete driveway should offer:

• Strong structural integrity
  
• Consistent finish and colour
  
• Slip-resistant texture
  
• Minimal maintenance
  
• Weather and UV resistance
  
• Long-lasting kerb appeal
  

Handmade Concreting delivers all of the above — backed by expert workmanship and architectural finishing.

Exposed Aggregate Driveways

Exposed aggregate is the most sought-after driveway finish in Perth thanks to its texture, durability, coastal look, and natural stone variation.

Why Perth homeowners love it:

• Highly slip-resistant
  
• Incredible kerb appeal
  
• Available in dozens of stone blends
  
• Pairs beautifully with limestone walls, dark cladding, and native landscaping

Best suited for:

• Modern homes
• Coastal suburbs
• Large or sloping driveways
• Driveways with heavy use

Exposed aggregate is the most popular driveway finish in Perth. Explore our exposed aggregate options to see colours and stone blends available.

Honed Concrete Driveways

Honed concrete is a premium, architectural finish where the top layer is lightly ground back for a smooth, satin, matte look.

Benefits:

• Contemporary, luxurious finish
  
• Smooth but still slip-resistant when sealed correctly
  
• Excellent for seamless transitions to alfrescos or entryways

Best for:

• Designer homes
• Sleek, minimal architecture
• Driveways leading into honed alfrescos or pathways

For a smoother architectural look, many homeowners choose honed concrete driveways for a contemporary finish.

Coloured Concrete Driveways

Coloured concrete uses oxide pigments throughout the mix to achieve rich, long-lasting tones.

Why it’s popular:

• Endless colour options (charcoal, latte, ash grey, limestone, mocha, etc.)
  
• Design flexibility for matching rooftops, cladding, doors, or landscaping
  
• Works with borders, saw cuts, patterns, and honed edges

Best for:

• Homeowners wanting a unique look
• Heritage or coastal homes
• Driveways needing softer or warmer tones

If you prefer something bold or warm-toned, our coloured concrete driveway finishes offer dozens of pigment choices.

Standard Grey Concrete Driveways

Standard grey concrete remains a classic option due to its simplicity and affordability.

Why choose it:

• Clean, modern, minimalist look
• Budget-friendly
• Strong and low-maintenance
• Can be upgraded with saw cuts or textured finishes

Best suited for:

• Large driveways
• Investment properties
• Modern, industrial, or minimalist homes

Cost Guide: Concrete Driveways in Perth (2025)

Approximate price ranges — final cost depends on access, slope, preparation, and finish.

Standard Grey Concrete: $90 – $140 per m²

Coloured Concrete: $110 – $160 per m²

Honed Concrete: $180 – $250 per m²

Exposed Aggregate: $140 – $220 per m²

📍 Local tip: Perth homes in coastal suburbs may benefit from sealing more regularly due to salt exposure.

Which Finish Is Best for Your Home?

Choose Exposed Aggregate if you want:

• Maximum kerb appeal
• Natural stone look
• Long-term durability

Choose Honed Concrete if you want:

• Architectural luxury
• Smooth, minimalist elegance

Choose Coloured Concrete if you want:

• Custom tones
• A statement driveway

Choose Standard Grey if you want:

• Affordability
• Clean modern simplicity

Why Choose Handmade Concreting Perth

Handmade Concreting is trusted across Perth for our:

• Architectural finishing excellence
• High-strength mixes designed for WA conditions
• Professional sealing for long-term protection
• Expertise in exposed, honed, coloured, and limestone concrete
• Service areas covering Joondalup to Mandurah

We don’t just pour concrete — we create driveways that elevate your entire home.

Call now or request a quote online through Handmade Concreting’s contact page»

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