Cement & Aggregates
MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivery in Northumberland
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.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base for Northumberland: tell us the job, we work out the quantities and price it delivered to site.

Northumberland at a glance
- Covering
- 4 towns across Northumberland
- Postcode areas
- NE
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
- Neighbouring areas
- Tyne and Wear, Durham, Scottish Borders
Our MOT Type 1 range for Northumberland jobs
- 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.
- 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.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivered in Northumberland towns
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Blyth
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Cramlington
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Ashington
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Bedlington
Estimating your MOT Type 1
A 6 × 6 m area at 100 mm compacted is 3.6 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 8.3 tonnes, or around 10 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
Getting MOT Type 1 onto your Northumberland site
Bulk bags are usually crane-offloaded where access allows; very large quantities can be priced as loose tipped loads where access allows. Our standard mainland delivery area covers Northumberland.
- Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.
- If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
- Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
Getting the right MOT Type 1
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.
Virgin or recycled?
Recycled Type 1 can be a good option where it meets the specification; ask what your project or local authority requires.
Common questions from Northumberland
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 Northumberland 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.
Do you deliver MOT Type 1 to trades and homeowners in Northumberland?
Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.
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.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base in neighbouring areas
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Tyne and Wear
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Durham
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Scottish Borders
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in North Yorkshire
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Cumbria
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