How much does a gardener cost in Bristol?
Professional gardeners for landscaping, lawn care, tree surgery, hedge trimming, and garden design. Regular maintenance or one-off projects.
Prices by job type · Bristol 2026
| Job type | Typical low | Typical high | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawn mowing and maintenance | £25 | £50 | — |
| Hedge trimming | £30 | £80 | — |
| Garden clearance | £100 | £300 | — |
| Planting and borders | £50 | £200 | — |
| Tree pruning | £100 | £400 | — |
| Patio cleaning | £50 | £150 | — |
| Garden design | £500 | £2000 | — |
| Fencing installation | £300 | £800 | — |
What affects the price?
Location
Central postcodes typically cost 10–15% more than outer areas due to higher overheads.
Urgency
Emergency and same-day callouts attract a premium of £40–£80 on top of standard rates.
Complexity
Specialist work, structural changes or listed buildings increase labour time and cost.
Certification required
Gas Safe, NICEIC or FENSA-registered work costs more but is legally required for certain jobs.
Prices by area in Bristol
| Area | Avg hourly rate | Avg job total |
|---|---|---|
| BS1 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BS2 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BS3 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BS4 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BS5 | £32/hr | £144 |
| BS6 | £32/hr | £144 |
| BS7 | £32/hr | £144 |
| BS8 | £32/hr | £144 |
Frequently asked questions
Most gardeners in Bristol charge £26–£39 per hour. Emergency callouts may add £40–£80 on top. Fixed-price quotes are available for defined jobs.
Gardeners registered for VAT (turnover above £85,000) must charge 20% VAT. Sole traders below the threshold are VAT-exempt. Always ask for a VAT-inclusive quote.
Yes — we recommend getting at least 3 quotes. Domifyr makes this easy: submit one request and receive quotes from verified local gardeners.
Most gardeners ask for no more than 25% upfront, with the balance on completion. Never pay the full amount before work begins.