Do I need to pick my address?
Yes — collections are set per property.
Colchester bin collection dates
Find your next Colchester bin collection date and which bins to put out. Enter your postcode to see collections for your exact address.
Next collection dates are updated regularly from the council.
Works for your exact address • Adds to your calendar for free
Castle streets, terraces and newer estates can sit on different rounds.
What you’ll see next
Next collection: date and bin types for your address
General rubbish
Clear recycling bags
Food waste
Paper/card recycling bags
Garden waste
Photo: Dedham Vale by Ian Capper · CC BY-SA 2.0
About collections here
- Collections depend on your exact address
- You’ll usually need to pick your property after searching
- Collection mixes can vary across Colchester and the surrounding villages
Common questions
Where does the data come from?
From the council’s own collection service.