Bin Collection in CM1 2HN

Chelmsford Central, Chelmsford City Council

Live data from www.chelmsford.gov.uk · Updated 14 July 2026

CM1 2HN is in Chelmsford Central, served by Chelmsford City Council.

The following bin types are collected in this area:

General Recycling Recycling Recycling Glass Garden Food

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Bin collection in Chelmsford City Council

Chelmsford City Council covers the city of Chelmsford and surrounding areas in Essex, serving approximately 185,000 residents across Chelmsford, Boreham, Great Baddow, Writtle, Danbury, Broomfield and surrounding villages. Waste and recycling collections are managed directly by the council. Full service information is available at chelmsford.gov.uk.

Most properties receive collections once a week on a named collection round (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday). Food waste is collected every week. Collections alternate fortnightly between two week types — one week your black bin (non-recyclables), green recycling box (cans and glass) and card sack are collected; the following week your brown bin (garden waste, subscription), paper sack and clear plastics sack are collected. Bins should be out by 7am on your collection day. For missed collections visit chelmsford.gov.uk or call 01245 615800.

Household Waste Recycling Centres in Essex are managed by Essex County Council. Visit loveessex.org for your nearest centre, opening hours and accepted materials.

Frequently asked questions

When are bins collected in CM1 2HN?

Chelmsford City Council collects General, Recycling, Recycling, Recycling, Glass, Garden, Food. Frequency: Food waste: every week. Black bin, green box and card sack: fortnightly. Brown bin (garden, subscription), paper sack and plastics sack: fortnightly on alternate weeks.. For your exact next collection date, select your address above.

Which council collects bins in CM1 2HN?

Bin collections in CM1 2HN are managed by Chelmsford City Council. Chelmsford City Council is responsible for household waste collection, recycling, and garden waste services across the area.

What bin colours are used in Chelmsford City Council?

Chelmsford City Council uses the following bins — General: Black bin; Recycling: Card sack; Recycling: Paper sack; Recycling: Clear plastics sack; Glass: Green recycling box; Garden: Brown bin; Food: Food waste bin.

How do I report a missed bin collection in Chelmsford City Council?

Report missed collections at chelmsford.gov.uk or by calling 01245 606606. Bins must be out by 7am.

What can I put in the General bin in Chelmsford City Council?

Black bin. Accepts: Non-recyclable household rubbish

What can I put in the Recycling bin in Chelmsford City Council?

Card sack. Accepts: Cardboard — flattened boxes, tubes and packaging

What can I put in the Glass bin in Chelmsford City Council?

Green recycling box. Accepts: Glass bottles and jars, and cans

What can I put in the Garden bin in Chelmsford City Council?

Brown bin. Accepts: Garden waste — grass, leaves, weeds, prunings (paid subscription)

What can I put in the Food bin in Chelmsford City Council?

Food waste bin. Accepts: All food waste including cooked food, meat, fish and dairy

What happens to bin collections during bank holidays in Chelmsford City Council?

Bank holiday collection changes are published in advance at chelmsford.gov.uk.

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