Camden Bin Help Without Guesswork
Use this page to solve the real task: check your Camden collection day, put waste in the right place, fix missed collections, sort recycling, book bulky waste and avoid fines.
Start with your property type. Camden rules are different for houses, houses divided into flats, blocks, estates and flats above shops.
Quick answer: Camden houses and flats above shops have address-specific recycling and rubbish collection days. Houses should normally put bins, bags and boxes out by 7am; from 22 June to 4 September, Camden says eligible households must put waste out by 6am because summer collections start earlier.
Missed collection rule: report recycling, rubbish, food waste or garden waste within 2 working days after collection day. Camden says crews attempt to collect missed recycling, rubbish or garden waste the following day when missed.
Choose your Camden waste problem
Tap the problem. This tells you the right next step before opening a form.
Collection day and put-out rules
Most Camden waste problems are caused by wrong time, wrong place or wrong container. Use this table first.
| Question | Camden answer | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| How do I check my day? | Use the official Camden collection-day page for your address. | Check again if you live above a shop or recently moved. |
| Normal put-out time for houses? | Outside before 7am on collection day. | Put bins, bags or boxes at the front of the property. |
| Summer early collections? | From 22 June to 4 September, put waste out by 6am if you live in a house or flat without fixed collection times. | Set a summer reminder one hour earlier. |
| Where exactly? | As close to the pavement as possible, within one metre of the entrance, at street level. | Do not leave bins in basements or up steps. |
| No space on property? | You may put bins on the pavement if needed. | Do not block the path; keep within one metre of entrance. |
| After collection? | If bins are on the pavement, make sure they are back on your property within 24 hours. | Bring them in quickly on narrow streets. |
Rules by Camden property type
The same search “Camden refuse collection” can mean very different instructions depending on where you live.
| Property type | Correct waste action | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| House | Put bins, bags or boxes at the front of your property before 7am, or 6am during summer early-collection period. | Leaving waste too late or too far from the entrance. |
| House divided into flats | Usually follows house-style collection, but confirm the address and container setup. | Assuming every flat has its own separate bin day. |
| Estate or block of flats | Use the correct communal bins. Ask the caretaker, on-site supervisor or neighbour if unsure. | Dumping bags near communal bins or leaving bulky items in shared areas. |
| Flat above a shop | Collection date and time depend on the street and property time band. | Putting bags out at house collection times instead of the fixed time band. |
| Private estate / large block needing extra service | Extra waste collections or container hire may need a paid service agreement through Camden Veolia. | Expecting standard scheduled collections to cover overloaded communal areas. |
What goes in each Camden bin, bag or caddy
This table is the page’s most important “do I put this here?” answer. Use the “no” column carefully.
| Container | Yes | No / common mistake | Small but important rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recycling bin, bag or box | Plastic bottles, pots, tubs, cartons and carrier bags if empty and untied; paper; cardboard; tins, cans, aerosols, foil, bottle tops; glass bottles and jars. | Black bin bags, textiles, electricals, batteries, nappies, food, dirty/oily containers, polystyrene, Pyrex, mirrors, paint pots, wallpaper. | Rinse and empty containers. Remove lids from glass. Put lids on squashed plastic bottles. Flatten cardboard. |
| Food waste caddy | Fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, bones, tea, coffee, bread, pastries, dairy, rice, pasta, eggshells and cooked leftovers. | Packaging, liquids, oil, garden waste, plastic bin bags or general rubbish. | Use compostable liner, old newspaper or kitchen roll. Do not use black bin bags. |
| Rubbish bin or bag | Clingfilm, cellophane, sanitary products, dog poo, cat litter, crisp packets, polystyrene, nappies, carefully wrapped broken glass. | DIY rubble, plasterboard, large furniture, white goods, vapes, batteries, electricals, hazardous waste or recyclable items. | Bulky, electrical and hazardous items need separate routes. |
| Garden waste bags/bin | Grass cuttings, weeds, dead flowers, garden prunings, leaves and bark. | Soil, rubble, plant pots, stones, large tree cuttings, food waste or general rubbish. | Only for paid subscribers in houses or houses divided into flats. |
| Communal bins | Use the correct labelled communal recycling, food or rubbish bins for your block/estate. | Leaving bags beside bins, mixing recycling with rubbish, dumping furniture in bin areas. | Ask caretaker/supervisor if unsure; bulky waste in communal areas can be a fire risk. |
Missed collection decision tree
Camden lets you report missed recycling, rubbish, food waste or garden waste, but only after checking timing and placement.
Recycling rejected or red-tagged?
Camden says recycling or food waste with wrong items may not be collected. For houses and converted houses, a note or sticker may be left telling you what to remove.
Remove the wrong item
Check for black bags, clothing, batteries, electricals, food, nappies, polystyrene, tissues or dirty/oily packaging.
Make it clean
Recycling must be clean, dry and empty. Rinse containers and fold cardboard.
Use the next visit
After removing wrong items, present the corrected recycling on the next collection or visit.
Camden garden waste service
Garden waste is a paid weekly service for houses and houses divided into flats. It can be shared with neighbours.
| Question | Camden answer | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Who can subscribe? | Houses or houses divided into flats. | Enter your address and select garden waste subscription. |
| Cost | £75 for 12 months or £60 for 9 months. | Call Veolia on 020 3567 8105 if applying for discounted price. |
| Discount eligibility | Aged 65 or older, or receiving 100% Council Tax Support. | Have your details ready before calling. |
| Container choice | 3 reusable white garden waste bags or one brown garden waste bin. | Choose bags if storage space is tight. |
| Put-out rule | By 7am, within one metre of the registered address entrance. | During 22 June to 4 September, put out by 6am. |
| Collection day | Most subscribers now have garden waste collected on a different day from recycling, food waste and rubbish. | Do not assume it is the same as your rubbish day. |
| Overflow | Garden waste that does not fit in your bags or bin will not be collected. | Use composting or Regis Road for extra garden waste. |
Accepted garden waste
- Grass cuttings.
- Weeds and dead flowers.
- Garden prunings.
- Leaves and bark.
Not accepted
- Soil or rubble.
- Plant pots or stones.
- Large tree cuttings.
- Food waste or general rubbish.
Large item and bulky waste prices
Use this for beds, mattresses, furniture, extra bags and large items that do not fit your bin. Do not dump bulky waste in communal areas.
1–5 items
£25, or up to 20 black bags.
6–10 items
£50, or up to 40 black bags.
11–15 items
£75, or up to 60 black bags.
Large electricals
£10 for up to 2 large electrical items.
| Need | Camden detail | Smart route |
|---|---|---|
| Book bulky collection | Book through Veolia. Provide collection address and item details. | Call 020 3567 8105. |
| Where items must be | Outside your home, at street level, Monday to Friday. | Do not leave items behind locked gates, in basements or up steps. |
| Free bulky collections | 2 free collections per year may be available if you are a Camden resident aged over 65 or receive 100% Council Tax Support. | Ask before paying. |
| Estate or block resident | Contact caretaker or call Veolia. Do not dump items in communal areas because it is a fire risk. | Check if your estate has a bulky waste store. |
| Reusable furniture | Furniture in good condition may be collected by British Heart Foundation or Sue Ryder. | Try reuse before paid disposal. |
| Large electricals | AnyJunk/NLWA can collect up to 4 large electrical items for free on Tuesdays in Camden. | Use free electrical route where eligible. |
Order bins, boxes, bags and food caddies
Do not order containers just because you want more space. Camden says order only when old containers are missing/damaged or you recently moved.
| Need | What Camden says | Best next step |
|---|---|---|
| Recycling bins, boxes or bags | You can order through your property’s service page. | Enter address and select “Order bins, bags and recycling supplies”. |
| Food waste caddy | Houses or converted houses can order green kitchen caddy and brown outdoor caddy. | Use compostable liner, old newspaper or kitchen roll. |
| Caddy liners | No longer delivered. Free from Camden libraries and leisure centres. | If you cannot visit for health reasons, call Veolia. |
| Rubbish bin request | May take up to six weeks to review, approve and deliver. | Do not rely on instant delivery. |
| Large wheelie bin too big | You can swap a large wheelie bin for a slimmer wheelie bin for free. | Provide your address. |
| Clothes, battery or small electrical bags | Some houses/converted houses can order bags for clothes/textiles, household batteries and small electricals. | Use separate bags; do not place these items in normal bins. |
| Extra communal collections or container hire | Available at cost for larger properties, estates, blocks and shared communal-bin arrangements. | Call Camden Veolia business recycling and waste team on 020 3567 5320. |
Regis Road Reuse and Recycling Centre
Use Regis Road when waste does not fit your bin or cannot be recycled from home.
Address
Regis Road Recycling Centre, Kentish Town, London NW5 3EW.
Opening
Open Monday to Sunday, 9am to 4pm.
Closed
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
| You can take examples | Before visiting | Useful local tip |
|---|---|---|
| Scrap metal, broken or unwanted furniture, electrical items, oil, light bulbs and garden waste. | If coming with a van or trailer, book in advance. | Camden mentions e-cargo bike hire from OurBike at £3 an hour, useful for smaller loads without a car. |
| Household waste that does not fit in your bin. | You must be able to unload yourself unless you have a disability; staff can help disabled visitors. | If the item is too heavy to carry, book a large item collection instead. |
Electrical, nappies, clinical and hazardous waste
These items cause most hidden problems because they look like ordinary waste but need separate handling.
| Waste type | Camden/NLWA route | Do not do this |
|---|---|---|
| Small electricals | Regis Road, electrical recycling banks, or collection bags for some houses/converted houses. | Do not put electrical items in normal bins. |
| Vapes | Regis Road or retailer/take-back scheme. | Do not put vapes in rubbish or recycling; they can endanger crews. |
| Large electricals | AnyJunk free collection of up to 4 large items, including cooker, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine and large TV. | Do not leave white goods on the street. |
| Disposable nappies | Nappies go in rubbish, but Camden has separate disposable nappy collection options and a used-nappy recycling trial in some areas. | Do not put nappies in recycling. |
| Clinical waste | Camden can provide a free safe clinical waste collection if recommended by a health professional. | Do not put clinical waste into ordinary household bins if separate collection is required. |
| Hazardous waste | Apply for hazardous waste collection for solvents, paints, poisons, oils and asbestos; Council Tax number may be needed. | Do not pour chemicals down drains or put dangerous waste in household bins. |
Dumping, fly-tipping and private collectors
Camden is clear: rubbish bags put out at the wrong time or place can count as illegal dumping. Dumped furniture and bags create enforcement risk.
Littering FPN
Camden says littering can lead to a £120 Fixed Penalty Notice.
Fly-tipping FPN
Camden says fly-tipping can lead to a £1,000 Fixed Penalty Notice.
Private waste collector risk
If your waste is dumped, you could face a fine even if someone else dumped it.
| Before paying someone | Why it matters | Official safer action |
|---|---|---|
| Ask for a waste carrier registration number. | Unregistered collectors are a common fly-tipping risk. | Check the Environment Agency public register. |
| Check the registration online or call 0300 065 3000. | A cheap cash deal can become your problem later. | Use a registered carrier or official bulky/HWRC route. |
| Get a receipt. | You may need proof of responsible disposal. | Keep photo, receipt and collector details. |
Contact numbers and what to say
Use this when the form does not fit your case, you need discounted garden waste, assisted collection, bulky collection or a quote for communal services.
| Need | Contact | Have ready |
|---|---|---|
| Bulky waste or garden waste discount | 020 3567 8105 | Address, item list or subscription need, discount reason if applying. |
| Additional collections / communal container hire | 020 3567 5320 | Estate/block address, container need, number of households, quote request. |
| Waste carrier register check | 0300 065 3000 | Waste carrier registration number from the collector. |
| Missed collection | Official online form | Address, collection type, correct day/time, evidence that waste was presented correctly. |
Phone script
Hello, I’m calling about Camden waste collection at [full address and postcode]. The waste type is [rubbish/recycling/food/garden/bulky]. It was placed [location] at [time/date]. My property type is [house/converted house/estate/block/flat above shop]. Can you confirm the correct next step?
Official Camden refuse collection links
Use these only after you know your problem. That keeps the page useful and avoids random clicking.
Garden waste
Use for £75/£60 subscription, discounts and garden container rules.
Garden wasteLarge item collection
Use for furniture, mattresses, bags and bulky waste pricing.
Large itemsRegis Road
Use for household waste, electricals, oil, bulbs, furniture and garden waste.
Regis RoadHelp putting waste out
Use if disability, illness, pregnancy/recent birth or living alone makes put-out difficult.
Get helpCamden Refuse Collection FAQs
How do I check my Camden bin collection day?
Use Camden Council’s official collection day page and choose the correct address. Houses and flats above shops have specific collection days or time bands.
What time should I put rubbish and recycling out in Camden?
Houses should normally put recycling and rubbish out before 7am. From 22 June to 4 September, Camden says waste should be out by 6am for houses or flats without fixed collection times.
Where should I put my bins, bags or boxes?
Put them at the front of your property, as close to the pavement as possible, within one metre of the entrance and at street level. Camden says collections cannot be made from basements or up steps.
How do I report a missed collection in Camden?
You can report missed recycling, rubbish, food waste or garden waste through Camden’s missed collection page. The report must be made within 2 working days after your collection day.
Why was my Camden recycling not collected?
Camden will not collect recycling if it contains items that cannot be recycled. Common wrong items include black bin bags, textiles, electricals, batteries, nappies, food, polystyrene and dirty packaging.
Can I put extra recycling next to my Camden bin?
If your recycling does not fit in your wheelie bin or recycling box, Camden says you can put it in a clear plastic recycling bag next to your bin or box.
How much is Camden garden waste collection?
Camden lists garden waste collection at £75 for a 12 month subscription or £60 for a 9 month subscription. Discounted pricing may apply if you are aged 65 or older or receive 100% Council Tax Support.
How much is Camden bulky waste collection?
Camden lists large item collection at £25 for 1 to 5 items or up to 20 black bags, £50 for 6 to 10 items or up to 40 black bags, and £75 for 11 to 15 items or up to 60 black bags.
Where is Camden’s Regis Road recycling centre?
Regis Road Reuse and Recycling Centre is in Kentish Town, London NW5 3EW. Camden says it is open Monday to Sunday from 9am to 4pm and closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
Can I dump furniture or bags on the street in Camden?
No. Camden says it is illegal to dump waste on the street, including recycling and rubbish bags put out at the wrong time or in the wrong place. Fly-tipping can lead to a £1,000 Fixed Penalty Notice.
Final practical advice
For Camden refuse collection, do not chase word count. The useful routine is simple: check your exact address, follow your property type, put waste out at the correct time and place, keep recycling clean, report missed collections within 2 working days, and use the correct route for bulky, garden, food, clinical, hazardous or electrical waste.
If you are unsure, do not dump or guess. Use the official Camden page, call Veolia where needed, or take suitable household waste to Regis Road.