Bexley tips: charges, permits and opening times
London
- Charges5 items charged
- BookingNot needed
- VansNo permit scheme
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcoreat RRCs (cars). RRCs 'can be used by residents free of charge'; no quantity limit stated | Free |
| Soilat RRCs (cars). RRCs 'can be used by residents free of charge'; no quantity limit stated | Free |
| Plasterboardat RRCs (cars). RRCs 'can be used by residents free of charge'; no quantity limit stated | Free |
| Tyresup to 5 tyres. RRCs accept up to 5 tyres | Free |
| Asbestosasbestos sheets. listed 'for disposal' at RRCs; no charge or limit stated | Free |
| Gas bottlesaccepted; seek assistance, return to supplier where possible | Free |
| Construction waste (hardcore) - van over 250kg allowance, Transfer Stationper tonne incl. VAT. charged in 100kg bands; minimum charge (100kg) £19 for businesses; card only | £116 |
| General (mixed) rubbish - Transfer Stationper tonne incl. VAT. minimum £38 (100kg) | £324 |
| Green (garden) waste - Transfer Stationper tonne incl. VAT. minimum £29 (100kg) | £138 |
| Wood waste - Transfer Stationper tonne incl. VAT. minimum £29 (100kg) | £201 |
| Paper and cardboard - Transfer Stationsingle loads only, as agreed with site staff | Free |
| Hard hat and hi-vis set (Transfer Station, if not brought)per set incl. VAT. card only | £12 |
Free DIY allowance
Two reuse and recycling centres 'can be used by residents free of charge' (soil and rubble, plasterboard accepted; no limits stated). Residents in vans at Thames Road Transfer Station: up to 250kg household waste per financial year (April-March) free, then charged per extra 100kg
From Bexley's pages, quoted or summarised.
In England, councils can't charge householders for their own DIY waste up to two 50 litre bags, or one item up to 2000 x 750 x 700mm, per visit, for up to four visits in four weeks. They can charge above that. Check your load.
Vans, pickups and trailers
No permit scheme stated
No vans or twin-axle trailers at the RRCs; they must use Thames Road Waste Transfer Station (weighbridge, no booking): 250kg household waste free per financial year for residents with photo ID and proof of address, then charged per 100kg. Cars may tow trailers up to 1m at RRCs
Do I need to book?
No booking needed for cars
No pre-booking needed at Foots Cray or Thames Road RRCs or weighbridge
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Valid driving licence or Council Tax bill (originals only). Van users at Transfer Station: photo ID and proof of address (photocard licence, or passport plus council tax bill in same name)
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted for recycling at RRCs, free
- Sofas and furniture
- Furniture accepted at RRCs, free
All 3 tips and opening hours
- Foots Cray Reuse and Recycling CentreMaidstone Road, Foots Cray, DA14 5HS7.30am-4pm; closed Wednesday
- Thames Road Reuse and Recycling CentreThames Road, Crayford, DA1 5QJ7.30am-4pm daily
- Thames Road Waste Transfer Station (vans and businesses)Thames Road, Crayford, DA1 5QJ7.30am-4pm
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
RRCs closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Landlord clearance waste is commercial and charged. Transfer station: bring hard hat and hi-vis.