How we will locate the bin hubs
When selecting bin hub locations, we consider the below points approved by the Transport and Environment Committee. Feedback on proposed locations is welcome from residents and suggested alternative locations for a bin hub should meet this criteria.
Safety
We locate bins on the same side of the road as the properties intended to use them meaning people should not usually have to cross a road to access their bins. There are some exceptions to this which are listed on the and . Placing the bins on the opposite side of the road creates extra risk for people using the bins as well as for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers. We also aim to locate bins at least 10 metres from any junctions or crossing points to improve visibility for pedestrians and road users.
Walking distance
We aim to place bins where people should not normally have to walk more than 120 metres to use them although due to the streetscape in some locations this may not be possible.
Placement
We place bins on roads rather than pavements to reduce street clutter.
Capacity
Each standard bin hub provides capacity for up to 55 nearby residential properties. This means residents can dispose of their household waste and recycling in the one location. In some streets, we may install a slightly larger bin hub to ensure sufficient capacity for all nearby residents.
Collection frequency
Some bins will be emptied more often to ensure residents have space to recycle. The non-recyclable and mixed recycling bins are emptied every two days. The food waste is serviced weekly, and the glass recycling is collected every two weeks. Collection frequencies are kept under review to ensure we reduce the risk of overflowing bins and litter.
Amenity
Bin hubs should be in locations which minimise any negative impacts on resident amenity if at all possible, meaning specifically the impacts of noise and odours and the impacts on privacy and outlook. Find out more on the .
Integrated impact assessment
Find out more about the integrated impact assessment.
Transport and Environment Committee
Find out more about the original parameters in the . A was approved at the Transport and Environment Committee in May 2023. In the November 2024 Transport and Environment Committee, was further reviewed and approved. At the there was an update report with .
