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What you need to know about Lewisham

Lewisham

Lewisham is a bustling residential district and the principal area of the London Borough of Lewisham. It is located within the historic county of Kent situated less than 10 kilometres south of Charing Cross. It derived its name from the Saxon word ‘leswe’ which means house among the meadows. Lewisham is a vibrant cosmopolitan area housing a diverse community of young couples, professionals, pensioners and families enjoying vast parklands and plenty of local amenities. Residents also enjoy excellent transport links and significantly affordable residential properties in the area. Lee High Road and Lewisham High Street are also lined with a parade of trendy cafes, restaurants, shops, classic pubs and bars. Lewisham also boasts a good number of reasonably priced well-preserved period estates, apartments, flats, semi-detached houses and terraced homes. It is just 35 minutes away from the city centre via route A20 and is served by the Lewisham Railway Station.

  • Population Size 41,256
  • Active Businesses 250
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)16,126
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 5,731

What are the different ways to dispose of waste in Lewisham?

When it comes to cost-effective and convenient waste management solutions, residents in Lewisham rely on numerous private contractors in and around the area for rubbish removal and waste disposal services. These companies are licensed to manage the collection and proper disposal of multiple types of waste coming from households, businesses and construction sites. This includes construction waste, waste electrical and electronic equipment, hazardous waste and confidential waste. Some of these services include commercial property clearance, sofa removal, bulky waste removal, office furniture recycling, skip hire, fly-tip clearance, furniture removal, sofa recycling, junk removal, garden waste disposal, wait & load, muck away and grab hire lorry which is offered at competitive rates.
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Where are the nearest recycling centres in Lewisham

Lewisham residents are just 15 minutes away from the civic amenity site at Landmann Way via the A20. This household waste reuse and recycling centre operates daily between 8 am to 4 pm on weekdays and Sundays and until midday on Saturdays. Most types of waste are accepted on the site with exceptions for hazardous waste, industrial waste and DIY waste. Residents are also required to present a photo ID and proof of address to be permitted to tip for free and wear sensible shoes and clothing for safety purposes. It is also highly encouraged to check the council website or call the facility’s customer service to inquire about the requirements, restrictions and other relevant information before heading to the site to maximise the efficiency of the trip. Residents can also visit the local recycling centre on Lewisham Centre to dispose of recyclable plastic packaging and batteries.
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What rubbish collection services are available in Lewisham?

Lewisham’s local authority provides residents with regular and complimentary collections of recycling, household waste and food waste. There are also additional services that residents can organise online through the council website. This includes free collections of sharps for clinical waste and hazardous waste collection provided by the city of London without charge. There are also paid services such as the garden waste collection subscription, bulky waste collection, home clearance and commercial waste collection for businesses. Residents can also use the council website to check missed collections and find charitable organizations where unwanted household items and old furniture can be donated.

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