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Greater Sydney

Landscapers based across the regions of Greater Sydney.

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Where the landscapers are

1,057landscapers

  1. Northern Beaches150
  2. North Sydney & Hornsby138
  3. Baulkham Hills & Hawkesbury118
  4. Blue Mountains & Outer West85
  5. Sydney CBD & Inner South85

+ 9 more regions in Greater Sydney

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Regional NSW

Landscapers based in the regions outside Greater Sydney.

Where the landscapers are

922landscapers

  1. Richmond & Tweed157
  2. Central Coast128
  3. Illawarra91
  4. Newcastle & Lake Macquarie91
  5. Southern Highlands & Shoalhaven87

+ 9 more regions in Regional NSW

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What to expect when hiring landscapers in New South Wales

Where landscapers in New South Wales are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where landscapers are based in New South Wales

Richmond & Tweed has the most landscapers in New South Wales.

Landscapers based in each region

  • None listed yet
  • Water

The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.

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New South Wales: where landscapers are basedMap of 28 New South Wales regions from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Regions are shaded from light to dark teal by how many landscapers are based there compared with the rest of the state; white regions have none listed. A list of regions grouped by band follows the map.
Region boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good landscaper in New South Wales

New South Wales has plenty of well-reviewed landscapers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.

Most landscapers here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical landscaper has 5 reviews. Of the 1305 rated landscapers based in New South Wales, 331 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 10 reviews.

SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated November 2026.

average rating
4.70
typical reviews
5
what the best have
4.8★ · 10+

Star rating

68% of landscapers here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 5 or fewer reviews

Best: 10+ reviews

How do areas in New South Wales compare?

AreaAverage star rating
Illawarra64 rated landscapers7 typical reviews
4.92
Richmond & Tweed101 rated landscapers6 typical reviews
4.79
Southern Highlands & Shoalhaven52 rated landscapers4 typical reviews
4.74
Northern Beaches104 rated landscapers7 typical reviews
4.73
Baulkham Hills & Hawkesbury88 rated landscapers6 typical reviews
4.71
All New South Wales1305 rated landscapers5 typical reviews
4.70
Central Coast85 rated landscapers5 typical reviews
4.62
North Sydney & Hornsby89 rated landscapers5 typical reviews
4.57
Newcastle & Lake Macquarie57 rated landscapers4 typical reviews
4.51

What landscaping costs

Across Australia, landscaping typically runs $4,806 – $22,855 for turf installation, and $1,157 – $4,305 for garden beds & edging.

Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for New South Wales. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number. It's free.

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What's in a good Landscaping quote?

A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered (labour, materials, prep and clean-up), so you're comparing like for like. Check what each landscaper's quote covers before you choose.

Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price, and it costs you nothing.

  • 01
    Itemised breakdown

    Separate amounts for site prep, hardscape, drainage and softscape.

  • 02
    Drainage specs

    Subsoil drainage, ag-pipe or soakwells, with depths and lengths.

  • 03
    Hardscape quantities

    Square metres of paving and lineal metres of wall, materials named.

  • 04
    Engineering certificates

    Certification for retaining walls over 600mm and structural work.

  • 05
    Deposit within legal caps

    Within your state's limit and tied to milestones, not upfront.

  • 06
    Site prep and disposal

    Excavation, demolition and skip fees, listed not assumed.

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Hiring a landscaper in NSW

What the law requires before and after you sign.

Landscapers need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.

Only structural landscaping needs a licence. Soft landscaping, such as planting, does not.

Licence
Contractor licence (structural landscaping)
Regulator
Building Commission NSW
Check a licence on the Building Commission NSW register
Written contractover$5,000large job contract over $20,000

Prices include GST. A small job contract is a shorter form with the basic information.

Ponds and water features

Applies only in some cases.

Other structural landscaping

Applies to jobs over that price.

Deposit capup to10%

A deposit is any payment you make before work starts.

Ponds and water features

Applies only in some cases.

Other structural landscaping

Applies to jobs over $5,000. The cap does not apply to smaller jobs.

Home warranty insuranceover$20,000minimum cover $340,000

The price includes GST. The minimum cover is for each home.

Ponds and water features

Applies only in some cases.

Other structural landscaping

Applies to jobs over that price.

Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $20,000

You can cancel the contract in writing. The time starts when you get a copy of the signed contract.

Ponds and water features

Applies only in some cases.

Other structural landscaping

Applies to jobs over that price. The price includes GST.

You get these protections for a pond or water feature only with development consent. It must also be part of a wider building contract.

Sources: nsw.gov.au, Home Building Regulation 2014, Home Building Act 1989. Checked 15 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring landscapers

How much do landscapers typically charge?
Costs vary widely depending on job type and complexity — a tidy-up is typically much less than a full makeover or structural retaining wall. Materials, labour hours, site access and any required design or engineering work usually drive the price. This page shows live pricing to help you compare current rates.
Do landscapers charge call-out fees?
Most landscapers charge a call-out fee to attend and assess the job, and this is usually separate from labour and materials. Hourly labour rates and after-hours or weekend attendance are often charged at higher rates. It’s worth confirming any minimum fees and what the call-out covers when requesting quotes.
When do landscapers need a licence in Australia?
Landscapers typically need a contractor licence or builder registration when work involves structural or building elements such as engineered retaining walls, footings or major excavation. Providers who undertake structural work will usually display a valid state contractor licence or builder registration, while smaller softscape-only jobs often do not require that registration. Check that any landscaper doing structural work holds the appropriate licence or registration.

Using SureQuote

Is the SureQuote estimate a quote, and why can a tradie's quote be different?
No. Your estimate is a guide price for a typical job that matches your answers. A tradie prices your actual job in their quote, once they've seen things like access, condition, materials and the full scope. Read the full answer
What happens after I submit my job, and how many tradies will contact me?
We email you your estimate and a link to your job. Up to 3 local tradies can take it and contact you to quote; only they get your name, phone and email, and you choose who to hire, if anyone. Read the full answer
Is it free to get quotes, and does the tradie's fee raise my price?
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Do I have to hire one of the tradies?
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Does SureQuote check tradies' licences and insurance?
We collect each business's ABN, licence, insurance and warranty details and keep them as up to date as we can, so you can see them in one place on its profile. We don't guarantee them, so always check the licence yourself on the relevant licence register before you hire. Read the full answer

Questions about landscaping in NSW

Do landscapers need a licence in NSW?

Landscapers need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.

Only structural landscaping needs a licence. Soft landscaping, such as planting, does not.

The licence is the Contractor licence (structural landscaping).

How do I check a landscaper's licence in NSW?

Ask the landscaper for their licence number, then look them up on the Building Commission NSW public register.

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Who regulates landscapers in NSW?

Landscapers are regulated by Building Commission NSW.

Are there exceptions to the licence rule for landscapers in NSW?

Jobs up to $5,000 in labour and materials do not need a licence. Specialist work, such as electrical or plumbing, always needs a licence.

Do I need a written contract with a landscaper in NSW?

Home building jobs over $5,000 need a written contract, and jobs over $20,000 need a large job contract.

Prices include GST. A small job contract is a shorter form with the basic information.

Ponds and water features Applies only in some cases.

Other structural landscaping Applies to jobs over that price.

You get these protections for a pond or water feature only with development consent. It must also be part of a wider building contract.

How much deposit can a landscaper ask for in NSW?

A landscaper can ask for a deposit of up to 10%.

A deposit is any payment you make before work starts.

Ponds and water features Applies only in some cases.

Other structural landscaping Applies to jobs over $5,000. The cap does not apply to smaller jobs.

You get these protections for a pond or water feature only with development consent. It must also be part of a wider building contract.

Does a landscaper have to give me home warranty insurance in NSW?

Home building jobs over $20,000 need home warranty insurance, with minimum cover of $340,000.

The price includes GST. The minimum cover is for each home.

Ponds and water features Applies only in some cases.

Other structural landscaping Applies to jobs over that price.

You get these protections for a pond or water feature only with development consent. It must also be part of a wider building contract.

Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a landscaper in NSW?

You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $20,000.

You can cancel the contract in writing. The time starts when you get a copy of the signed contract.

Ponds and water features Applies only in some cases.

Other structural landscaping Applies to jobs over that price. The price includes GST.

You get these protections for a pond or water feature only with development consent. It must also be part of a wider building contract.

Sources: nsw.gov.au, Home Building Act 1989, Home Building Regulation 2014. Checked 15 Oct 2026.

Every region in NSW

Each region with its areas. Numbers are landscapers based there.

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