Cement & Aggregates
MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivered to Christchurch
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.
We deliver MOT Type 1 to sites, driveways and yards across Christchurch, from a single pallet for a small job to full loads for bigger builds.
Christchurch delivery at a glance
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
- Delivering to
- Christchurch, Dorset
- Nearby (straight line)
- Bournemouth (4 mi), New Milton (5 mi), Poole (9 mi)
- Postcode districts
- BH23, BH6, BH7
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- Daylight
- About 7h 57m on the shortest day
Choosing from our MOT Type 1 range
- ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.
- HardcoreBroken masonry fill for bulking up ground.
- Recycled Type 1Crushed recycled aggregate graded as Type 1, where suitable.
- Bulk bags and loose loadsBulk bags for most jobs; loose loads where access and volume suit.
How delivery works in Christchurch
Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Christchurch is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
- In summer Christchurch gets around 16h 30m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
- Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.
How much will you need?
A 4 × 6 m area at 100 mm compacted is 2.4 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 5.5 tonnes, or around 7 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
Choosing 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.
Your questions answered
Can I add other materials to my Christchurch delivery?
Yes. Put everything on one list, from MOT Type 1 to fixings and PPE, and we will price it as one delivery where the products can travel together.
Does Type 1 drain?
Type 1 is reasonably free-draining when compacted, which is one reason it is used under drives and patios.
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.
Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to Christchurch?
Yes. We deliver across Christchurch, including BH23, BH6, BH7. Christchurch is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.
Nearby towns we deliver MOT Type 1 to
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Bournemouth
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in New Milton
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Poole
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Totton
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Hythe
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Southampton
Also available in Christchurch
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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.