Cement & Aggregates
MOT Type 1 Sub-base for Amersham, 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.
Need MOT Type 1 on site in Amersham? Tell us what you are building and we will work out the quantities and price it delivered.

Delivery facts for Amersham
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
- Postcode districts
- HP7, HP6, HP5, HP8
- Delivering to
- Amersham, Buckinghamshire
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- Nearby (straight line)
- Chesham (2 mi), Chalfont St Peter (5 mi), Gerrards Cross (6 mi)
- Daylight
- About 7h 48m on the shortest day
Which MOT Type 1 can you order in Amersham?
- Bulk bags and loose loadsBulk bags for most jobs; loose loads where access and volume suit.
- Recycled Type 1Crushed recycled aggregate graded as Type 1, where suitable.
- HardcoreBroken masonry fill for bulking up ground.
- ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.
Working out quantities for your Amersham job
A 10 × 3 m area at 100 mm compacted is 3 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 6.9 tonnes, or around 9 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
Choosing MOT Type 1
Compaction
Lay and compact in layers with a plate compactor. Allow extra material because it compacts down.
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.
Getting MOT Type 1 onto your Amersham site
Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Amersham is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.
- Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
- Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
Ordering MOT Type 1 for Amersham: FAQs
Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to Amersham?
Yes. We deliver across Amersham, including HP7, HP6, HP5, HP8. Amersham is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.
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 much MOT Type 1 do I need?
Multiply the area by the compacted depth to get cubic metres, then allow about 2.1 to 2.2 tonnes per cubic metre. At 100 mm deep, a tonne covers roughly 4.5 square metres.
How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Amersham?
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.
Nearby towns we deliver MOT Type 1 to
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Chesham
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Chalfont St Peter
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Gerrards Cross
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in High Wycombe
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Rickmansworth
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Berkhamsted
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