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How Much Does Exposed Aggregate Concrete Cost in Sydney?

Exposed aggregate (Geostone) driveways and paths in Sydney typically start from around $260+ per square metre installed — generally more than double the cost of plain concrete — with the final price driven by the size of the job, steel specs, site access, the Geostone mix and the finish.

Updated July 2026

Rough range

Installed exposed aggregate typically starts from around $260+ per square metre, roughly double the cost of plain concrete.

Best next step

The only accurate number is a quote. A quick look at the site lets us price it properly.

The short answer

Exposed aggregate (Geostone) driveways and paths in Sydney typically start from around $260+ per square metre installed — generally more than double the cost of standard plain concrete. The raw Geostone mix alone costs between $600–$1,250 (+GST) per m³ for supply of concrete. The brighter/creamier mixes (Casa, Blanca, Tuscan) generally cost more than darker mixes. The only way to get a firm figure is a look at the job, because the final price depends on your specific site.

What changes the price

A few things move an exposed aggregate quote up or down:

Size of the job: affects the rate per square metre.
Steel specs: reinforcement requirements add to the cost.
Site access: tight or difficult access adds time and labour.
Geostone mix: the brighter/creamier mixes (Casa, Blanca, Tuscan) generally cost more than darker mixes.
Finish and detail: the type of finish and the detail involved changes the price.
Extra work: anything beyond placing and finishing the driveway — like breaking out and removing old concrete — adds to the square metre price.

Exposed aggregate vs plain concrete

Exposed aggregate generally costs more than double the price of standard plain concrete. It’s worth it if you want a driveway that stands out in the neighbourhood — first impressions of the house matter most, and a Geostone finish gives you a textured, high-end look that plain grey concrete can’t. See our full comparison of plain, coloured and exposed aggregate driveways for how they stack up.

Getting an accurate price

Every job is different, so the only real number is a quote. Get in touch and we’ll take a look, talk through the mix and finish options, and give you a firm price — starting from around $260+ per square metre — for your driveway, path or entertaining area.

Common questions

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Concrete Driveway Options in Sydney - Plain vs Coloured vs Exposed Aggregate

For a concrete driveway in Sydney, plain concrete is the classic, cost-effective option from around $120+/m², coloured concrete lets you match your home's colour scheme from around $180+/m², and Geostone exposed aggregate is the premium, stand-out option from around $260+/m².

Geostone vs Coloured Concrete — What's the Price Difference?

Geostone exposed aggregate costs more than coloured concrete, but it's a modest step up rather than a big jump — and most customers feel it's worth it. Coloured concrete sits much closer to plain concrete, since it's really just an oxide added to the mix.

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