How Many Bricks on a Pallet?
Quick Answer
~500 facing bricks or ~300 engineering bricks per pallet
Standard UK brick pallet quantities. Actual numbers vary by manufacturer, brick size, and packing method.
Typical Pallet Quantities
The number of bricks on a pallet depends on the brick type, size, and how the manufacturer stacks them. Here are the most common UK quantities:
- Standard facing bricks (65mm): 400–500 per pallet (most commonly 480–500)
- Engineering bricks (Class A & B): 280–320 per pallet (typically ~300)
- London stock bricks: 400–480 per pallet
- Wirecut bricks: 400–500 per pallet
- Handmade bricks: 300–400 per pallet
Why Do Quantities Vary?
Engineering bricks are denser and heavier than standard facing bricks (Class A engineering bricks weigh approximately 3.9kg each versus 2.3–2.8kg for a standard facing brick). Pallets have a weight limit of approximately 1 tonne, so fewer heavier bricks fit per pallet.
Pallet Weight
- 500 facing bricks @ 2.5kg each: ~1,250kg (~1.25 tonnes)
- 300 engineering bricks @ 3.5kg each: ~1,050kg (~1.05 tonnes)
This is important for delivery access — a pallet of bricks is typically unloaded by a crane on the delivery lorry (a HIAB), so you need clear overhead and ground access within reach of the crane arm.
How Many Pallets Do I Need?
Using 60 bricks per m² for stretcher bond (half-brick wall) and 500 bricks per pallet:
- Single garage (3 walls, ~30m²): ~1,800 bricks = 4 pallets
- Garden wall (5m x 1.8m): ~540 bricks = 1–2 pallets
- Extension (3 walls, ~50m²): ~3,000 bricks = 6 pallets
- Full house (external walls, ~200m²): ~12,000 bricks = 24 pallets
Ordering Tips
- Order by the pallet rather than by individual brick count — merchants price by the pallet and often cannot split them
- Order all bricks at once from the same batch to avoid colour variation (different firing batches can look noticeably different)
- Allow 10% wastage and round up to the next full pallet
- Check lead times for non-stock bricks, which can take 6–12 weeks from some manufacturers
Popular UK Brick Brands & Pack Sizes
- Ibstock: Typically 500 per pack (facing), 400 per pack (some ranges)
- Forterra: 400–504 per pack depending on range
- Wienerberger: 430–528 per pack
- Michelmersh: 400–480 per pack
Always confirm the exact pack quantity with your merchant when ordering, as it can vary even within the same manufacturer’s range.