Communal bins

Find out how to use the communal bins in your street and how to report any problems with them.

How to use communal bins

Place your household waste in the communal bins on any day of the week, preferably during the daytime so you do not to disturb your neighbours in the evening.

• blue bins are for loose recyclable waste — simply tip the contents in the bin from the 60L reusable bag we give you
• purple bins are for bagged non-recyclable waste

Find out more about what goes in each bin

How often are communal bins emptied?

We monitor how quickly they fill up. If a bin looks full or is overflowing please let us know immediately and we will empty it.

Notify us when a communal bin needs to be emptied

If you use smaller bin bags, there will be more space in the bin and it will be easier for you to dispose of your waste.

How to stop fly-tipping

Waste and unwanted items left near or around the bins will be classed as fly-tipping.

Find out how to report fly-tipping to us

How to get help using communal bins

If you are unable to ask a neighbour to help and need assistance, or request an assisted bin collection.