UK · Updated 2026 · Buying guide
Surplus Reclaimed Yellow Stock Bricks in Cambridge: 2026 Prices, Sellers and Delivery
Cambridge is the East's conservation and college-estate hub. That makes it one of the UK's best cities to source surplus and reclaimed yellow stocks. This guide covers 2026 Cambridge pricing, where the East of England supply concentrates, and how to collect or arrange delivery on the same or next working day.
2026 Cambridge prices for surplus yellow stocks
Prices below reflect live SurplusBuilder listings inside CB1, CB2 and CB4 plus data from three regional yards, sampled Q1 2026.
| Grade | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Job-lot / bulk | £780 per 1,000 | Merchant clearance, palletised |
| Standard graded | £1,590 per 1,000 | Sorted, ready-to-fit stock |
| Heritage / premium | £2,400 per 1,000 | Character grade, hand-picked |
What to look for in Cambridge yellow stocks
- The signature London brick — hand-made, chalk-flecked, warm yellow
- Weathered surface impossible to replicate with new stock
- Planning conditions in most London conservation areas demand them
Why buy surplus yellow stocks in East of England
- New Michelmersh Yellow Stocks retail £1,900+/1,000 — reclaimed halves that
- Every London conservation officer accepts them
- Only genuine option for pre-1900 London terrace repair
Collection and delivery inside Cambridge
Most Cambridge sellers hold stock inside CB1, CB2 and CB4 and offer East Anglia next-day pallet £52–£82. For loads over a tonne of yellow stocks, a hiab drop is usually more economical than multiple van runs.
Frequently asked questions
+What's a fair 2026 price for surplus yellow stocks in Cambridge?
Expect £780–£2,400 per 1,000 depending on grade. City-centre premium runs 5–15% over regional averages.
+Are all London yellow bricks the same?
No — 19th-century stocks vary by pit. Match by texture and colour, not just era.
+How do I clean lime-mortar off?
Brick acid diluted 1:10, brushed on and rinsed. Never sandblast.
+How fast can I collect from a Cambridge seller?
Most listings inside CB1, CB2 and CB4 allow same or next-working-day collection. Delivery: East Anglia next-day pallet £52–£82.