What affects the cost?
Concrete cost depends on mix strength, order volume, delivery distance, partial-load charges and whether a line or boom pump is required.
- Concrete grade and mix specification
- Volume ordered
- Delivery distance
- Partial-load or minimum-order fees
- Line or boom pump hire
- Regional supplier pricing
Typical cost breakdown
Regional planning examples
The examples below apply our published modelling factor to the same national benchmark. They are not claimed as observed city-wide average quotes.
Sources used for this guide
Ready Mix Concrete: Cost Breakdown 2026
Published / checked: August 2026
Used for: Ready-mix concrete per-m³, delivery, pump hire and full-load benchmarks
Frequently asked questions
How much is ready-mix concrete per cubic metre?
A current UK planning range is around £100–£160 per m³, with a common midpoint around £120.
How much is a full 6 m³ concrete load?
Current UK guidance puts a delivered 6 m³ load at roughly £700–£1,960, averaging around £1,170.
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