Bin Collection in DL1 3BH

Darlington (central, east and north), Darlington Borough Council

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

DL1 3BH is in Darlington (central, east and north), served by Darlington Borough Council.

The following bin types are collected in this area:

Food Recycling General Garden

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Bin collection in Darlington Borough Council

Darlington Borough Council covers approximately 45,000 households across Darlington, Hurworth, Middleton St George and surrounding areas in County Durham. Bin and recycling collections are managed directly by the council. Full service information is at darlington.gov.uk.

Most properties receive three kerbside collections. Food waste and recycling are collected every week. Refuse (general waste) is collected every two weeks, on the same day as food waste and recycling. All bins should be presented at the kerbside by 7am on your collection day. For missed collections or service information visit darlington.gov.uk or call 01325 405111.

Garden waste is collected fortnightly from March to November by subscription. Visit darlington.gov.uk to sign up. Darlington's Household Waste Recycling Centre is at Skerningham, off Burtree Lane. Visit darlington.gov.uk for opening hours.

Frequently asked questions

When are bins collected in DL1 3BH?

Darlington Borough Council collects Food, Recycling, General, Garden. Frequency: Food waste and recycling: every week. Refuse (general waste): fortnightly, same day as food waste and recycling. Garden waste: fortnightly March–November by subscription.. For your exact next collection date, select your address above.

Which council collects bins in DL1 3BH?

Bin collections in DL1 3BH are managed by Darlington Borough Council. Darlington Borough Council is responsible for household waste collection, recycling, and garden waste services across the area.

What bin colours are used in Darlington Borough Council?

Darlington Borough Council uses the following bins — Food: Food caddy; Recycling: Recycling bin; General: Refuse bin; Garden: Garden waste bin.

How do I report a missed bin collection in Darlington Borough Council?

Report missed collections at darlington.gov.uk or by calling 01325 405111. Bins must be out by 7am.

What can I put in the Food bin in Darlington Borough Council?

Food caddy. Accepts: Weekly — food waste

What can I put in the Recycling bin in Darlington Borough Council?

Recycling bin. Accepts: Weekly — mixed recycling

What can I put in the General bin in Darlington Borough Council?

Refuse bin. Accepts: Fortnightly — general household waste (same day as recycling)

What can I put in the Garden bin in Darlington Borough Council?

Garden waste bin. Accepts: Fortnightly March–November — by subscription only

What happens to bin collections during bank holidays in Darlington Borough Council?

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

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