Cement & Aggregates
MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivered to Beckenham
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.
For jobs in Beckenham we quote MOT Type 1 as a delivered price to your postcode, with the vehicle and offload method agreed up front.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base to Beckenham: the basics
- Postcode districts
- BR3, SE20, SE25, SE26
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- Nearby (straight line)
- Catford (3 mi), Croydon (4 mi), Blackheath (4 mi)
- Daylight
- About 7h 50m on the shortest day
- Delivering to
- Beckenham, Greater London
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
Which MOT Type 1 can you order in Beckenham?
- HardcoreBroken masonry fill for bulking up ground.
- ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.
- MOT Type 1 sub-baseGraded crushed stone to Specification for Highway Works clause 803.
- Recycled Type 1Crushed recycled aggregate graded as Type 1, where suitable.
Estimating your MOT Type 1
A 5 × 3 m area at 100 mm compacted is 1.5 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 3.5 tonnes, or around 5 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
How delivery works in Beckenham
Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Beckenham is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- Deliveries are to the kerb, drive or within crane reach; ask if materials need to go further.
- Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around BR3 are priced to the exact address.
- On busy streets in Beckenham, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
Before you order MOT Type 1
Virgin or recycled?
Recycled Type 1 can be a good option where it meets the specification; ask what your project or local authority requires.
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.
Common questions from Beckenham
Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to Beckenham?
Yes. We deliver across Beckenham, including BR3, SE20, SE25, SE26. Beckenham 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 soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Beckenham?
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.
How deep should a driveway sub-base be?
Around 150 mm of compacted MOT Type 1 is common for domestic drives on firm ground; soft ground or heavier vehicles need more. Follow your installer or the paving maker's guidance.
Other towns near Beckenham
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Catford
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Croydon
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Blackheath
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in South Croydon
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Eltham
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Streatham
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Tell us what you need and where it is going. We check the quantities and come back with a delivered price before you commit.