The short answer
Airtasker puts concrete driveway material at $40 to $65 per square metre, with labour from $25 to $30 per square metre in Western Australia up to $60 to $70 in Victoria. Base preparation is extra, so ask every concreter what the quote includes underneath.
Figures are Airtasker estimates from a page updated on 25 June 2025. They are not quotes.
What a concreting quote should list
Two concreting quotes only compare if they list the same things:
- the area in square metres and the thickness of the slab
- removal of the old surface, if any
- the base: crushed rock or a poured concrete base
- reinforcement, joints and finish
- the concrete strength and who supplies it
- cleanup and how long the job takes
Watch large deposits
Concreting is a common place for big upfront payment requests. State laws cap deposits on building work, and the caps differ by state. Use our deposit checker before you pay anything.
Why prices vary by state
Airtasker shows labour at different rates in each state, which is one reason a national average will not match your local quotes.
Price ranges
Ranges, not quotes. Use them to judge whether a quote is in the right area.
| Job | Low | High | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete driveway material | $40 | $65 per m² | 11 November 2026 |
| Concrete labour, Victoria | $60 | $70 per m² | 11 November 2026 |
| Concrete labour, New South Wales | $50 | $60 per m² | 11 November 2026 |
| Concrete labour, Queensland | $45 | $50 per m² | 11 November 2026 |
| Concrete labour, South Australia | $35 | $40 per m² | 11 November 2026 |
| Concrete labour, Western Australia | $25 | $30 per m² | 11 November 2026 |
| Crushed rock base preparation | $1,500 | $1,800 | 11 November 2026 |
| Poured concrete base preparation | $2,300 | $2,800 | 11 November 2026 |
Source: Airtasker, driveway paving cost. Page updated 25 June 2025, checked by us on 11 November 2026.
Common questions
How much does concrete cost per square metre?
Airtasker's driveway guide shows $40 to $65 per square metre for concrete, before base preparation.
How much is concreting labour in my state?
Airtasker shows Victoria at $60 to $70, New South Wales at $50 to $60, Queensland at $45 to $50, South Australia at $35 to $40 and Western Australia at $25 to $30 per square metre.
How much deposit can a concreter ask for?
It depends on your state. Use the deposit checker on this site, then confirm with your state regulator.
Sources
- Airtasker: driveway paving cost, checked 11 November 2026