Cement & Aggregates
MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivered across Suffolk
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 price MOT Type 1 for jobs anywhere in Suffolk; send a list or the sizes of the job and we will quote it delivered.

Suffolk at a glance
- Covering
- 8 towns across Suffolk
- Postcode areas
- IP, NR, CB, CO
- Delivery
- Standard mainland delivery
- How it arrives
- Bulk bags or tipped loads
- Neighbouring areas
- Norfolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire
Which MOT Type 1 can you order in Suffolk?
- MOT Type 1 sub-baseGraded crushed stone to Specification for Highway Works clause 803.
- ScalpingsCheaper granular fill for less demanding areas.
- 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.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base delivered in Suffolk towns
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Ipswich
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Lowestoft
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Bury St Edmunds
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Haverhill
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Felixstowe
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Sudbury
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Stowmarket
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Newmarket
How much will you need?
A 6 × 6 m area at 150 mm compacted is 5.4 m³. At about 2.1 tonnes per cubic metre plus 10% that is 12.5 tonnes, or around 15 bulk bags. Try the sub-base calculator
Delivery to Suffolk: what helps
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 Suffolk.
- On busy streets in Suffolk, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
- Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.
- Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.
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.
MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Suffolk: questions
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.
How soon can MOT Type 1 be delivered in Suffolk?
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.
Can I add other materials to my Suffolk 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.
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 Norfolk
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Essex
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Cambridgeshire
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Hertfordshire
- MOT Type 1 Sub-base in Kent
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