Cement & Aggregates
Order MOT Type 1 for delivery in Ely
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.
From CB7 to CB6, we price MOT Type 1 delivered to Ely and confirm the drop point and date when you order.

MOT Type 1 Sub-base to Ely: the basics
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- Daylight
- About 7h 40m on the shortest day
- Postcode districts
- CB7, CB6
- Nearby (straight line)
- Newmarket (12 mi), March (13 mi), Cambridge (15 mi)
- Delivering to
- Ely, Cambridgeshire
MOT Type 1 Sub-base we supply in Ely
- 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.
Planning the drop in Ely
Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Ely is inside our standard mainland delivery area.
- Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
- Tell us the best drop point, such as a driveway, front garden or the kerb, and whether a lorry can park close to it.
- Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
Sizing your order
A 10 × 6 m area at 100 mm compacted is 6 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 13.9 tonnes, or around 17 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
Picking the right product
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.
Ordering MOT Type 1 for Ely: FAQs
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.
Can I add other materials to my Ely 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.
Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to trades and homeowners in Ely?
Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base near Ely
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Newmarket
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in March
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Cambridge
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Wisbech
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Huntingdon
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Thetford
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