Worcester bin collection: refuse collection, bin days and missed collections in the cathedral city of Worcester on the River Sever
Worcester bin collection is managed by Worcester City Council across the cathedral city of Worcester on the River Severn in Worcestershire. Worcester council bin collection and worcester refuse collection follow a fortnightly alternating schedule for general waste and recycling. Worcester bin collection dates are published on the council website where residents can check their exact collection day by postcode.
Worcester bin collection at a glance
| Who collects | Worcester City Council |
| Council type | City |
| Postcodes | WR1, WR2, WR3, WR4, WR5 |
| Find bin day | Council online checker |
| Bins out by | 7am on collection day |
| Report missed bin | Council website online form |
| Area covered | Worcester city centre, St Johns, Warndon Villages, Ronkswood and Nunnery, Barbourne and Northwick, Lower Wick and St Peters |
Find your Worcester bin collection day
Enter your postcode on the Worcester City Council website to find your exact worcester bin collection day. Collection schedules vary by street and area across the WR1, WR2, WR3, WR4, WR5 postcode districts. Bank holiday changes to worcester bin collection dates are published on the council website before each holiday period.
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Bins and recycling
- Green bin: Non-recyclable household waste collected fortnightly.
- Silver recycling bin: Paper, card, cans, plastic bottles and glass collected fortnightly on the alternate week.
- Food waste caddy: Weekly food waste collection across all worcester city council bin collection areas.
- Brown garden waste bin: Brown bin collection worcester is a subscription service for garden waste collected fortnightly.
How to report a missed Worcester bin collection
Before you report: Your bin must have been at the kerbside by 7am on collection day with the lid fully closed and correct contents only. The council will not return for incorrectly presented or contaminated bins.
- Confirm your collection was scheduled. Check the council website to confirm a collection was due on your street, including any bank holiday changes.
- Check your bin was correctly presented. Lid closed, at the kerbside by 7am on collection day, correct contents only.
- Report online. Go to Worcester City Council missed bin form and submit your report promptly.
- Leave your bin accessible. The council will arrange a return collection for valid reports within a few working days.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I find my Worcester bin collection day?
- Use the round lookup at worcester.gov.uk. Worcester bin collection dates vary by street. Worcester city council bin collection days are confirmed by postcode.
- How do I report a missed Worcester bin collection?
- Report missed bin collection worcester at worcester.gov.uk. Your bin must have been at the kerbside by 7am. Worcester city council bin collection crews will return for valid reports.
- What is brown bin collection in Worcester?
- Brown bin collection worcester is a garden waste subscription service. Worcester city council bin collection for garden waste covers grass, leaves and hedge trimmings fortnightly.
- Is Worcester City Council the same as Worcestershire?
- No. Worcester City Council manages worcester bin collection for the city only. Worcestershire County Council is a separate authority. Surrounding areas are served by Wychavon, Malvern Hills or Wyre Forest district councils.
- Does Worcester bin collection change on bank holidays?
- Yes. Worcester bin collection dates shift after bank holidays. Worcester city council bin collection days are revised and published before each holiday.