South Oxfordshire Bin Collection – South Oxfordshire District Council

135 Eastern Ave, Milton, Abingdon OX14 4SB

South Oxfordshire Bin Collection - South Oxfordshire District Council

South Oxfordshire Bin Collection service is owned and operated by South Oxfordshire council. bins are collected on different days depending on where you are located in the South Oxfordshire area. You can easily find your bin collection day by using the link below.

🗑️ South Oxfordshire Bin Collection Finder


📅 Collection Frequency

Green Bin (Recycling): Fortnightly
Black/Grey Bin (Waste): Fortnightly
Green Caddy (Food): Weekly
Brown Bin (Garden): Fortnightly (Sub)

♻️ Sorting Rules

Green Bin: Mixed dry recycling (paper, card, plastic bottles, tins, glass). No plastic bags or food.
Black/Grey Bin: Non-recyclable general household rubbish.
Green Caddy: All raw and cooked food waste, meat, and bones.
Brown Bin: Subscription garden waste (grass, leaves, small branches).

📢 Presentation Rules

  • Place all bins at the edge of your property by 7:00 AM on collection day.
  • Ensure bin lids are fully closed; no side waste will be collected.
  • Return your bins to your property boundary as soon as possible after they are emptied.

💬 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What should I do if my bin is missed?

A: You must report a missed collection online via the council website within two working days of your scheduled collection day.

Q: How do I arrange for a bulky item collection?

A: The council provides a chargeable bulky waste collection service; you can book this online and get a quote for the removal of large items like furniture or appliances.

Q: Are collections affected by Bank Holidays?

A: Bank holidays can sometimes shift collection days. Please check the online collection calendar for your specific address, as the council updates schedules for all public holidays.

Q: Can I request an assisted collection?

A: Yes, if you are unable to move your bins due to a disability or mobility issues, you can apply for assisted collections; the council will review your circumstances and arrange help if you qualify.

Q: How do I manage garden waste if I don’t subscribe?

A: Garden waste is a paid service. If you do not wish to subscribe, you can take your garden waste to your nearest Oxfordshire County Council household waste recycling centre.

📱 Service Notifications

Visit the South Oxfordshire District Council portal for the latest updates.

Visit Council Waste Portal ↗

Contact Details

location

135 Eastern Ave, Milton, Abingdon OX14 4SB

01235 422422

https://www.southoxon.gov.uk/

Opening Hours

Monday

8.30am - 5pm

Tuesday

8.30am - 5pm

Wednesday

8.30am - 5pm

Thursday

8.30am - 5pm

Friday

8.30am - 4.30pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

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