Oxfordshire proudly holds the highest recycling rate in the country, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to all city residents for contributing to this remarkable achievement.

We meticulously record and analyse rubbish and recycling collections daily. This practice helps us assess our performance, set goals, and provide reports to both internal and external entities.

This data also ensures our adherence to waste policies, helping us meet government targets and avoid penalties.

Below is a list of our annual recycling rates since 2005. Our aim is to surpass the 50% mark.

Oxford yearly recycling rates
Period Recycling Rate
2020/21 53.02%
2019/20 52.10%
2018/19 51.30%
2017/18 50.81%
2016/17 49.89%
2015/16 46.90%
2014/15 46.25%
2013/14 44.88%
2012/13 44.91%
2011/12 44.4%
2010/11 43%
2009/10 38.23%
2008/09 37.78%
2007/08 35.62%
2006/07 24.7%
2005/06 19.35%

Contact the Recycling and Waste Team

Address: Cowley Marsh Depot
Marsh Road
Oxford
OX4 2HH

Telephone: 01865 249811

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