Check Bin Days, Sort Waste Fast and Fix Missed Collections
Use this Hart guide to find your official collection day, understand black bins, blue recycling, weekly food waste, glass boxes, garden waste and bulky waste without guessing from a neighbour’s calendar.
Start with the postcode checker, then use the action cards, item helper and missed-bin diagnosis below to complete the exact task you came for.
Quick answer: Hart District Council residents should use the official “When is my bin day?” postcode checker to find their address-specific collection dates and download the year-round calendar. Put containers at the collection point by 6am on collection day unless Hart has given a different instruction for your property.
Black household waste and blue recycling are collected every two weeks. Food waste is collected weekly on the same day as waste and recycling, but it can be collected by a separate vehicle at a different time.
I Want To… Pick the Fastest Hart Bin Action
Most residents do not need a long article first. Choose the task that matches the problem, then use the official link only when you are ready to check, report, order, book or pay.
Find my next bin day
Enter your postcode, choose the exact address and save the year-round calendar for black, blue, food, glass and subscribed garden waste.
Report a missed bin
Report only after checking it was the right day, out by 6am, correctly filled and still inside Hart’s 48-hour missed-bin window.
Check what goes where
Use the item helper below before putting plastic trays, glass, food waste, small electricals or bulky items in the wrong place.
Sign up for garden waste
Garden waste is a paid subscription. Check the current bin cost, annual fee, concession rate and collection rules before paying.
Book bulky waste
Use for sofas, carpets, cookers, washing machines and large household items. Check the price table before booking.
Get help moving bins
Assisted collection may help if you cannot move bins and no one in the property can do it for you.
3-Minute Setup for Houses, Flats, Tenants and Landlords
Do this once when you move in, manage a rental property, share a house or keep missing the right week.
Search your exact address
Open Hart’s official postcode checker, enter your postcode and select the exact property. Do not use only the street name.
Save each stream separately
Record black bin, blue bin, food waste, glass and garden waste separately. “Bin day” is too vague and leads to wrong-container mistakes.
Set a 6am-safe reminder
Use an evening-before reminder where safe. Morning reminders are risky because Hart collections begin from 6am.
Add special services
Bulky waste, healthcare waste, assisted collections, extra bins and garden waste are separate tasks, not normal weekly/fortnightly collections.
Share it with the household
For flats, HMOs and shared houses, share the official calendar link and the container rules so one person does not carry the whole routine.
Tonight Checklist: What Should Go Out?
Use this after checking Hart’s official calendar. The reminder stays in this browser only and does not send your information anywhere.
- Official Hart postcode calendar checked.
- Correct container chosen, not guessed from a neighbour.
- Container is at the correct collection point by 6am.
- Black-bin waste is contained inside the bin with the lid closed.
- Blue-bin recycling is clean, dry, loose and not bagged.
- Food waste is in the correct caddy or shared food waste bin.
- Garden waste is only in a subscribed official Hart garden bin.
Hart Collection Rules: Scan Before Putting Bins Out
This is the practical version of the rules. Use the official postcode checker for the date, and this table for what can fail collection.
| Service | Normal pattern | Use it for | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black bin | Every two weeks | Non-recyclable household waste only. | Excess rubbish beside the bin, garden waste inside, or lid not fully closed. |
| Blue bin | Every two weeks | Clean dry paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, tins, cans and empty aerosols. | Bagged recycling, wet card, shredded paper, plastic trays, film or polystyrene. |
| Food waste | Weekly | Food scraps, peelings, bones, plate scrapings, bread, rice, pasta and pet food. | Liquids, oils, packaging, nappies, clinical waste, pet litter or garden waste. |
| Glass box/bin | Address calendar | Glass bottles and jars kept separate from the blue bin. | Overfilled boxes, unsafe weight, broken glass risk or glass mixed into blue recycling. |
| Garden waste | Fortnightly for subscribers | Grass cuttings, hedge trimmings, leaves, weeds, twigs and prunings. | Unsubscribed bins, overweight bins, soil, rubble, large branches or waste above 50kg. |
Item Helper: Which Bin or Service Should I Use?
Pick a common item before bin day. This is a quick route guide; if an item is unusual, use Hart’s official pages before putting it out.
Missed Bin Diagnosis: Report It or Fix the Cause?
Hart says missed bins should be reported within 48 hours of the planned collection date. First check whether the bin was due, out by 6am and correctly filled.
Black Bin: Non-Recyclable Household Waste
Use the black bin only for household waste that cannot be recycled, composted, collected as food waste, placed in the glass box or handled through a recycling site.
General rubbish
Put bagged non-recyclable household waste inside the black bin. All bagged waste must fit inside with the lid fully closed.
Garden waste or recycling
Hart says black bins containing garden waste will not be emptied. Extra rubbish beside the bin is not removed.
Sort first
If the black bin fills too quickly, remove clean recycling, food waste, glass and small electricals before requesting more capacity.
Blue Bin: Clean, Dry and Loose Recycling
The blue bin is for clean and dry paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, tins, cans and empty aerosols. The simple rule is: loose, clean, dry and not in bags.
| Blue bin yes | Blue bin no | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, tins, cans and empty aerosols. | Shredded paper, plastic pots, tubs, trays, film, polystyrene, dirty cardboard, textiles, batteries, electricals or bagged recycling. | Wrong items contaminate the load and can make a valid collection look like a problem bin. |
Weekly Food Waste: Caddy Rules That Prevent Smells and Overflow
Hart’s weekly food waste collection helps keep the black bin lighter and cleaner. It is usually collected on the same day as rubbish and recycling, but may be collected separately.
Use for food
Fruit and vegetable peelings, plate scrapings, meat, fish, bones, dairy, eggshells, bread, rice, pasta, tea bags, coffee grounds and pet food.
Use the right caddy
Use the indoor kitchen caddy first, then move tied food waste into the outdoor caddy or shared food waste bin.
Keep out
No liquids, oils, packaging, kitchen roll, nappies, clinical waste, pet litter, dog poo, garden waste or non-food material.
Glass Recycling: Green Box or Maroon Glass Bin
Hart collects glass bottles and jars separately from blue-bin recycling. This prevents broken glass and contamination in the mixed recycling stream.
Use for
Glass bottles and jars only. Keep them out of the blue bin.
Do not overfill
Glass boxes are manually handled. Overfilled boxes can be unsafe for crews and more likely to spill.
Order containers
Hart lists glass collection boxes at £3 and 140-litre maroon glass bins at £45. The council says to order by calling 01252 622122.
Garden Waste: Subscription, Weight and Christmas Break
Hart’s garden waste service is a paid subscription. Collections are fortnightly and the subscription pays for 25 collections, with a two-week break over Christmas and New Year.
| Garden waste point | Current Hart detail | Resident action |
|---|---|---|
| Bin purchase | Garden waste bins are listed at £45 to buy. | Check whether you already have a usable subscribed Hart garden bin before buying another. |
| Annual subscription | Small 140-litre bin £55; large 240-litre bin £80. | Choose size based on storage space, weight and normal garden output. |
| Concession rate | Small 140-litre concession £29; large 240-litre concession £54. | Check eligibility before paying the standard rate. |
| Weight limit | Maximum garden bin weight is 50kg. | Avoid soil, rubble and compacted wet grass that make bins too heavy. |
| Bank holidays | Hart says there are no changes to garden waste collection days on bank holidays, including Good Friday and Easter Monday. | Still check the calendar during disruption and Christmas/New Year. |
Bulky Waste: Fees, White Goods and Failed-Collection Warnings
Use Hart’s bulky waste route for large household items that should not go beside normal bins. Check the item rules before paying because unsuitable items or poor placement can stop collection.
| Items booked | 2026/27 charge | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 item | £50 | Useful for a single large item if it cannot be reused or taken to an appropriate site. |
| 2 items | £64 | List both items accurately before booking. |
| 3 items | £78 | Large or heavy items may need extra care when placing outside. |
| 4 items | £88 | Group items together, visible and accessible from the highway or footpath. |
| 5 items | £119 | Check reuse or charity routes first if items are in usable condition. |
| 6 items | £148 | Do not add extra items after booking unless the official process allows it. |
| 7 items | £164 | Keep the collection area safe and inside your property boundary where instructed. |
| 8 items | £187 | For white goods, Hart says to call 01252 622122 to book. |
New, Replacement and Additional Bins
Use Hart’s official bin pages when a container is missing, damaged, too small for genuine household needs or you need extra recycling or glass capacity.
Black bin charges
Hart lists new-property refuse bins at £87 for 240L and £61 for 140L. Replacement refuse bins for existing properties are listed at £51.
Blue bin charges
New-property recycling bins are listed at £45. Replacement recycling bins are £43 for 240L and £42 for 140L.
Additional containers
Hart says there is no limit to the number of recycling bins or glass containers per household, and these can be purchased through the contact centre.
Assisted Collection: Help Taking Bins Out
If you cannot move your bins and no one at the property can help, Hart may approve assisted collection. If approved, crews collect bins from an agreed location and return them after emptying.
Who it helps
Residents who cannot put rubbish or recycling out for collection and do not have anyone who can do it for them.
Agreed location
Hart may contact you to discuss your needs and agree where bins should be stored for collection.
Apply first
Do not assume crews can collect from inside the property boundary until the assisted collection has been approved.
Healthcare Waste, Sharps and Clinical Waste
Healthcare waste should not be guessed into normal household bins. Hart provides a dedicated service for healthcare waste for residents with ongoing treatment or post-operative care.
Sharps
Use the healthcare waste route for sharps boxes and similar treatment-related items.
Clinical waste
Clinical waste linked to ongoing treatment or post-operative care needs the dedicated service, not normal bin disposal.
Referral route
Your GP or healthcare professional may need to complete the referral route for the service.
Recycling Sites and Hampshire HWRC Trips
Hart handles kerbside collection guidance, while Hampshire County Council runs Household Waste Recycling Centres. Always check booking, opening times, permits and accepted items before travelling.
Nearby HWRCs
Hart lists Springwell Lane in Hartley Wintney, Wade Road in Basingstoke and Eelmoor Road in Farnborough as nearby options.
Upholstered seating
Hart notes upholstered domestic seating can be taken to Wade Road and Eelmoor Road, while Springwell Lane does not accept this waste type.
Bring sites
Hart also lists bring-site options for items such as textiles, footwear, small electricals, foil and other materials.
Contact Help: What to Say If the Online Page Does Not Solve It
Use online forms first for routine tasks. If you need to call or email, be specific so the Waste team can identify the property and problem quickly.
Missed-bin report note
My bin was due on [date]. It was at the normal collection point by 6am. The lid was closed, the contents were correct and it has been less than 48 hours since the planned collection.
If any part is not true, fix the cause before reporting.
Container-order phone script
Hello, I am a Hart resident at [postcode/address]. I need to order [glass box / recycling bin / replacement bin / garden bin]. Please confirm the current cost, delivery timing and whether any subscription is needed.
Hart lists waste and recycling contact details as waste@basingstoke.gov.uk and 01252 622122.
Local Hart Bin Day Tips
These practical habits reduce missed collections in Fleet, Hook, Yateley, Hartley Wintney, Blackwater, Odiham, Church Crookham, Crondall and nearby villages.
Use a night-before reminder
Collections start from 6am, so a morning alarm can be too late on early rounds.
Keep blue recycling loose
Bagged, wet or dirty recycling is one of the easiest failures to prevent.
Use weekly food waste
It keeps black bins lighter and reduces smells, especially in warm weather.
Do not overload glass
Glass boxes are manually handled. Use another box or the maroon glass bin option if you regularly have more glass.
Keep garden bins under 50kg
Wet grass and soil make garden bins heavy fast. Shake soil off roots and avoid compacting waste.
Check boundary addresses
Some areas sit near council boundaries. Use the exact address result before assuming Hart collects the property.
Official Hart Links for Final Action
Use these links when you are ready to check, report, order, book, apply or pay. This guide explains the decision; official pages control the final action.
Check bin collection day
Postcode lookup and year-round household calendar.
Report a missed bin
Use within 48 hours after checking the bin was out and correctly filled.
Food waste and recycling
Blue bin, food waste, glass and small electricals hub.
Garden waste
Subscription, accepted waste, fees and collection rules.
Bulky waste
Accepted items, 2026/27 charges and booking route.
New and replacement bins
Refuse, recycling, glass and garden bin charges.
Hart Council Bin Collection FAQs
How do I check my Hart bin collection day?
Use Hart District Council’s official “When is my bin day?” page, enter your postcode, choose your exact address and download the year-round calendar if shown.
What time should bins be out in Hart?
Hart collections start from 6am, so containers should be at the correct collection point by 6am on collection day unless the council has told you otherwise.
How often is the black bin collected?
The black household waste bin is collected every two weeks. It is for non-recyclable household waste only.
What goes in Hart’s blue recycling bin?
The blue bin is for clean and dry paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, tins, cans and empty aerosols. Items should be loose and not bagged.
Is food waste collected weekly in Hart?
Yes. Hart has introduced weekly food waste collections across the district. Food waste is collected on the same day as waste and recycling unless the council tells you otherwise.
Can glass go in the blue bin?
No. Hart collects glass bottles and jars separately in a green box or maroon glass bin. Keep glass out of the blue recycling bin.
How do I report a missed bin in Hart?
Use the official missed collection form within 48 hours of the planned collection date, after checking it was the right day, the container was out by 6am and the contents were accepted.
How much is Hart garden waste collection?
Hart lists the annual garden waste subscription as £55 for a small 140-litre bin and £80 for a large 240-litre bin, with concessionary rates listed separately. Garden waste bins cost £45 to buy.
What can go in the garden waste bin?
Grass cuttings, hedge trimmings, leaves, weeds, twigs, branches and prunings can go in a subscribed Hart garden waste bin. Keep out soil, rubble, heavy waste and anything that makes the bin exceed the limit.
How much is bulky waste collection in Hart?
Hart’s 2026/27 bulky waste charges start at £50 for one item and increase by item count. Eight items are listed at £187. White goods should be booked by calling 01252 622122.
Can I get help if I cannot move my bins?
Yes. Hart offers assisted collection for eligible residents who cannot put bins out and have no one at the property able to help.
Is this website operated by Hart District Council?
No. This is an independent resident guide. Hart District Council and its official service partners remain the final source for dates, fees, forms, bookings and collection rules.