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What you need to know about Shadwell

Shadwell

Shadwell is a district within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets that occupies the area along the River Thames between Ratcliff and Wapping. Like many other parts of the borough, the neighbourhood is occupied mainly by residential options and, as a result, is relatively densely populated. Majority of the district’s commercial amenities are centred around its rail station, north-west of Shadwell Basin, but its residents are still amply served by the retail shops and restaurants dotting the rest of the area. Shadwell also boasts a number of small parks and gardens, and the basin is home to its very own fishing club. Additionally, the station offers access to both railway and DLR transport options, while the A1203 provides commuters who prefer to take their own cars and extremely convenient route to the City as well.

  • Population Size 4,910
  • Active Businesses 135
  • Waste Collected (tonnes)2,059
  • Tonnes of Waste Recycled or Reused 1,022

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

Both residential and commercial properties in Shadwell have access to modern waste disposal options to keep their bins and properties free of rubbish and recycling. These include the rubbish removal services provided by Tower Hamlets council, of course, but the district also has access to the numerous paid-for alternatives offered by waste carriers in the area. These alternative waste disposal options can range anywhere from basic bin collections for more average quantities of rubbish and recycling to skip hire for larger volumes of waste. There are also several companies that offer more comprehensive options, such as waste clearances for homes or offices in the area.
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Where are the nearest recycling centres in Shadwell

Shadwell residents who need to take their rubbish and recycling to a waste facility can make a trip to the Yabsley Street reuse and recycling centre (RRC) in Poplar, which is the nearest civic amenity site available for their use. As it is some distance away and somewhat impractical for regular trips, however, it is typically better to instead rely on either waste collection services or Tower Hamlets’ smaller recycling banks, two of which are located in Stepney to the north. Nevertheless, the Yabsley Street RRC can still be an ideal option for those who need to get rid of either large quantities of general rubbish or bulky waste sooner rather than later, especially since it is open seven days a week from 8 AM to 8 PM (9 to 6 on Saturdays and Sundays).
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What rubbish collection services are available in Shadwell?

Tower Hamlets offers regular collections for general rubbish and recycling free of charge for all residential properties in Shadwell. Residents may also request weekly collections for garden or food waste, which are also provided at no cost, but food waste can only be collected from street-level properties. Additionally, each household in Shadwell is also eligible for up to two free bulk waste collections per year, which covers large household items, like sofas, mattresses, and major appliances. Additional collections, however, will need to be arranged with a licenced waste carrier, and Tower Hamlets council cannot guarantee a specific time frame for their bulky waste collections due to the large volume of requests they receive.

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