Lisburn and Castlereagh bin collection: bin days, refuse collection and missed bins
Lisburn and Castlereagh bin collection is managed by Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council across the whole area including Lisburn city, Castlereagh, Carryduff, Dundonald and Dromore. Lisburn city council bin collection and Lisburn council bin collection cover general waste, recycling and food waste. Lisburn castlereagh council bin collection and Lisburn castlereagh bin collection operate on a fortnightly alternating schedule. Find your bin day at lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk. Report a missed Lisburn bin collection online after your scheduled collection day.
Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection at a glance
| Who collects | Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council |
| Find bin day | lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk |
| Bins collected | General waste, recycling, food waste |
| Bins out by | 7am on collection day |
| Report missed bin | Online at lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk after collection day |
| Lisburn council refuse collection | Fortnightly alternating general waste and recycling |
| Area covered | Lisburn city, Castlereagh, Carryduff, Dundonald and surrounding areas |
Find your Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection day
Your collection schedule varies by street so always check your own postcode at lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/resident/waste-and-recycling. Bank holiday changes are published on the council website ahead of public holidays. Never rely on a neighbour's schedule as collection days vary street by street.
Find your Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection dayLisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection by area
Bins and recycling
- General waste bin: Non-recyclable rubbish collected fortnightly. Part of Lisburn council refuse collection. Lid must be closed by 7am on collection day.
- Recycling bin: Paper, card, plastic bottles, cans, tins and glass collected fortnightly on alternate weeks. Part of Lisburn and Castlereagh bin collection recycling service.
- Food waste caddy: Cooked and uncooked food waste collected weekly for most Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council properties.
How to report a missed 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. The council will not return for incorrectly presented bins.
- Confirm your collection was scheduled. Check the council website to confirm a collection was due. Bank holidays may have moved your day.
- Check your bin was correctly presented. Lid closed, at kerbside by 7am, correct contents only.
- Report online. Go to lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/resident/waste-and-recycling and submit your missed collection report promptly after the collection day.
- Leave your bin accessible. The council will return for valid reports within a few working days.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I find my Lisburn and Castlereagh bin collection day?
- Use the lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk bin day finder. Enter your postcode to find your collection day. Lisburn castlereagh bin collection and Lisburn city council bin collection dates vary by area so always check your own address.
- What is Lisburn City Council bins?
- Lisburn city council bins and bin collection Lisburn and Castlereagh refer to the waste service managed by Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council. Lisburn castlereagh council bin collection and Lisburn council bin collection are the same service.
- How do I report a missed bin collection in Lisburn?
- Report at lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk. Your bin must have been at the kerbside by 7am. Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council will arrange a return for valid reports.
- Does Lisburn and Castlereagh bin collection change on bank holidays?
- Yes. Northern Ireland bank holidays may differ from UK bank holidays. Check lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk before any public holiday.