Midlothian bin collection: bin collection days, refuse collection and missed collections near Edinburgh
Midlothian bin collection is managed by Midlothian Council across the whole council area including Dalkeith, Bonnyrigg, Penicuik, Loanhead, Gorebridge and Newtongrange. Midlothian refuse collection, midlothian council bin collection and bin collection midlothian follow a fortnightly alternating schedule. Midlothian council refuse collection and midlothian bin collection dates are managed through midlothian.gov.uk. Midlothian is one of Scotland's fastest growing council areas due to its proximity to Edinburgh, with significant new housing development across Bonnyrigg, Danderhall and Shawfair. This growth means midlothian bin collection routes have expanded considerably in recent years.
Midlothian Bin Collection at a glance
| Who collects | Midlothian Council |
| Find bin day | midlothian.gov.uk bins and recycling/bin collection days |
| Area note | One of Scotland's fastest growing council areas due to Edinburgh proximity |
| Bins out by | 7am on collection day |
| Report missed bin | midlothian.gov.uk/xfp/form/239 |
| Midlothian recycling | Fortnightly recycling bin on alternate weeks |
| Area covered | Dalkeith, Bonnyrigg, Penicuik, Loanhead, Gorebridge, Newtongrange |
Find your Midlothian bin collection day
Midlothian Council covers one of Scotland's fastest-growing areas with extensive new housing near Edinburgh. Enter your postcode at midlothian.gov.uk to find your midlothian bin collection day. Midlothian council bin collection and midlothian refuse collection follow a fortnightly alternating schedule throughout the year. Midlothian bin collection dates vary by street, particularly in newer developments, so always check your own postcode. Bank holiday changes for midlothian bin collection are published at midlothian.gov.uk.
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Bins and recycling
- General waste bin: Non-recyclable rubbish collected fortnightly. Part of midlothian refuse collection and midlothian council refuse collection. Lid must be closed by 7am.
- Recycling bin: Paper, card, plastic bottles, cans and glass collected fortnightly on alternate weeks. Part of midlothian council bin collection and bin collection midlothian. Dates confirmed at midlothian.gov.uk.
- Food waste caddy: Cooked and uncooked food waste collected weekly as part of standard midlothian bin collection.
- Garden waste: Midlothian Council offers a garden waste subscription. Check midlothian.gov.uk for current availability. Midlothian bin collection dates for garden waste are confirmed on subscription.
How to report a missed Midlothian bin collection
Before you report: Your bin must have been at the kerbside by 7am on your collection day with the lid fully closed and correct contents only. The council will not return for incorrectly presented bins or contaminated recycling.
- Confirm your collection was scheduled. Check the council website to confirm a collection was due, including any bank holiday changes.
- Check your bin was correctly presented. Lid closed, at kerbside by 7am, correct contents only.
- Report online. Go to www.midlothian.gov.uk and submit your missed collection report promptly.
- Leave your bin accessible. The council will return for valid reports within a few working days.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I find my Midlothian bin collection day?
- Use the midlothian.gov.uk bins and recycling section and select bin collection days. Midlothian bin collection and midlothian council bin collection dates vary by street. Bin collection midlothian and midlothian council refuse collection are confirmed through the postcode checker. New developments in Bonnyrigg and Danderhall should always check midlothian.gov.uk as their streets may not appear in older schedules.
- How do I report a missed Midlothian bin collection?
- Report midlothian bin collection missed bins through the online form at midlothian.gov.uk/xfp/form/239. Your bin must have been at the kerbside by 7am. Midlothian Council will arrange a return for valid reports.
- Why is Midlothian growing so fast?
- Midlothian is one of Scotland's fastest growing council areas due to its position south of Edinburgh with good transport links. Significant new housing has been built in Bonnyrigg, Danderhall and around Shawfair. This growth means midlothian council bin collection routes are regularly updated. Always check midlothian.gov.uk for your current midlothian bin collection day.
- What recycling does Midlothian collect?
- Midlothian refuse collection recycling covers paper, card, plastic bottles, cans, tins and glass. Recycling is collected fortnightly in the blue bin on alternate weeks to general waste. Midlothian council bin collection for recycling must not be contaminated.
- Does Midlothian bin collection change on bank holidays?
- Yes. Revised midlothian bin collection dates are published at midlothian.gov.uk before Scottish bank holidays.