Bin Collection in LU6 3DB
Dunstable South, Central Bedfordshire Council
Live data from www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk · Updated 14 August 2026LU6 3DB is in Dunstable South, served by Central Bedfordshire Council.
The following bin types are collected in this area:
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Bin collection in Central Bedfordshire Council
Central Bedfordshire Council provides waste collection services to approximately 140,000 households across its large unitary authority area, covering Biggleswade, Leighton Buzzard, Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Flitwick, Ampthill, Sandy, Shefford and Stotfold.
General waste (black wheelie bin) and recycling (blue bin) are collected fortnightly on alternate weeks — they are never collected on the same day. Check your schedule below to see which week applies to your address.
The blue recycling bin accepts paper, cardboard, glass bottles and jars, plastic bottles, tubs and trays, and food and drink tins and cans. All items should be clean, dry and loose — not in bags.
Food waste is collected weekly in a small caddy. All cooked and uncooked food waste is accepted, including meat, fish, dairy, bread, fruit and vegetable peelings. Use the supplied caddy liners where possible.
Garden waste is collected fortnightly as a paid subscription service. The green bin accepts grass cuttings, leaves, hedge trimmings, weeds and small branches. Only properties that have subscribed will have their green bin collected. Visit centralbedfordshire.gov.uk to subscribe or check your subscription status.
If your bin is missed, report it online at centralbedfordshire.gov.uk or call 0300 300 8302. Bins should be placed at the kerbside by 7 am on your collection day.
Household Waste Recycling Centres are located at Dunstable, Elstow (Bedford), Leighton Buzzard, Thorn Turn and Wixams — check the council website for current opening hours.
Frequently asked questions
When are bins collected in LU6 3DB?
Central Bedfordshire Council collects General Waste, Recycling, Food Waste, Garden Waste. Frequency: Fortnightly (general waste and recycling alternate). Food waste weekly. Garden waste fortnightly (paid subscription).. For your exact next collection date, select your address above.
Which council collects bins in LU6 3DB?
Bin collections in LU6 3DB are managed by Central Bedfordshire Council. Central Bedfordshire Council is responsible for household waste collection, recycling, and garden waste services across the area.
What bin colours are used in Central Bedfordshire Council?
Central Bedfordshire Council uses the following bins — General Waste: Black wheelie bin (240L); Recycling: Blue bin (240L); Food Waste: Food waste caddy (23L); Garden Waste: Green bin (subscription).
How do I report a missed bin collection in Central Bedfordshire Council?
Report missed collections online at centralbedfordshire.gov.uk or by calling 0300 300 8302. Report within 24 hours of your scheduled day.
What can I put in the General Waste bin in Central Bedfordshire Council?
Black wheelie bin (240L). Accepts: Non-recyclable household waste — anything that cannot be recycled. Collected fortnightly in the black wheelie bin.
What can I put in the Recycling bin in Central Bedfordshire Council?
Blue bin (240L). Accepts: Paper, card, glass bottles and jars, plastic bottles, tubs and trays, food and drink tins and cans. Clean, dry and loose — no bags. Collected fortnightly (alternating week to black bin).
What can I put in the Food Waste bin in Central Bedfordshire Council?
Food waste caddy (23L). Accepts: All cooked and uncooked food waste including meat, fish, dairy, bread, fruit and vegetable peelings. Collected weekly in the food caddy.
What can I put in the Garden Waste bin in Central Bedfordshire Council?
Green bin (subscription). Accepts: Grass cuttings, leaves, hedge trimmings, weeds and small branches. Paid subscription. Collected fortnightly in the green bin.
What happens to bin collections during bank holidays in Central Bedfordshire Council?
Bank holiday collection changes are published on centralbedfordshire.gov.uk. Collections are usually moved to the next working day.