Cement & Aggregates
MOT Type 1 Sub-base for Abingdon, delivered to site
MOT Type 1 is a crushed stone sub-base, graded from 31.5 mm (often sold as 40 mm) down to dust, that compacts into a firm, free-draining layer under driveways, patios, paths and floor slabs.
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MOT Type 1 Sub-base to Abingdon: the basics
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
- Postcode districts
- OX14, OX13, OX1
- Nearby (straight line)
- Didcot (5 mi), Oxford (6 mi), Witney (12 mi)
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- Delivering to
- Abingdon, Oxfordshire
- Daylight
- About 7h 48m on the shortest day
Which MOT Type 1 can you order in Abingdon?
- ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.
- Bulk bags and loose loadsBulk bags for most jobs; loose loads where access and volume suit.
- MOT Type 1 sub-baseGraded crushed stone to Specification for Highway Works clause 803.
- HardcoreBroken masonry fill for bulking up ground.
- Recycled Type 1Crushed recycled aggregate graded as Type 1, where suitable.
Working out quantities for your Abingdon job
A 6 × 3 m area at 150 mm compacted is 2.7 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 6.2 tonnes, or around 8 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
Picking the right product
How deep?
Patios and paths commonly use around 100 mm of compacted sub-base, and domestic driveways around 150 mm or more. Soft ground or heavier vehicles need more; your designer or installer will confirm.
Compaction
Lay and compact in layers with a plate compactor. Allow extra material because it compacts down.
Delivery to Abingdon: what helps
Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Abingdon is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- If the site is up a shared drive or behind other houses, tell us the distance from the road.
- If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
- Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
Common questions from Abingdon
What is the difference between Type 1 and scalpings?
Type 1 is graded to a specification so it compacts into a strong, stable layer. Scalpings are less controlled and suit less demanding areas.
How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Abingdon?
We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.
Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to trades and homeowners in Abingdon?
Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.
Does Type 1 drain?
Type 1 is reasonably free-draining when compacted, which is one reason it is used under drives and patios.
Nearby towns we deliver MOT Type 1 to
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Didcot
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Oxford
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Witney
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Bicester
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Thatcham
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Newbury
Other materials for Abingdon sites
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