Oxford Street Waste Collection
Pedestrianisation came into effect on 26th October '26. If you're based on or near Oxford Street, our reliable waste collections keep your services running without disruption day or night.
Talk to First Mile to discuss your needs: 03333003447
Talk to First Mile to discuss your needs: 03333003447
Why First Mile?
Pedestrian-Ready Fleet
We collect directly from your premises on foot and using zero-emission cargo bikes, keeping collections active throughout trading hours.
Agreed Approach with TfL
Our logistics operate under an agreed approach with TfL, giving you certainty that all collections remain fully authorised and compliant.
Zero to Landfill
Every stream we collect is recycled or transformed into green energy, backed by granular data for your environmental audits.
How We're Continuing to Collect Oxford Street Waste
The pedestrianisation of Oxford Street stops vehicles in the day, but it does not stop First Mile from collecting your waste.
First Mile continues to service all businesses on and around Oxford Street every day. Collections carry on by foot, zero-emission cargo bikes, or by other vehicles where needed, operating under an agreed approach with TfL.
Business Waste Collection on Oxford Street
From general waste and mixed recycling to food waste, glass, cardboard, coffee cups and more, we’ve got a solution for every stream. Choose the services you need and book collections to suit your schedule.
Signing up only takes a couple of minutes and can be done via our website or calling our team on 03333003447.
Dry Mixed Recycling
Food Recycling
General Waste
Glass Recycling
Cardboard Recycling
Coffee Cups
Confidential Data Destruction
WEEE Recycling
Batteries Recycling
Questions to Ask Your Waste Provider
If you are unsure about your current waste carrier’s plans for pedestrianised streets, here are four questions to ask:
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Daytime access: Can your provider collect from your doorway during opening hours without using road vehicles?
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TfL arrangements: Do they have an agreed approach with TfL to enter and service Oxford Street legally and safely?
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Storage limits: Can they collect multiple times a day so you do not have to hold surplus waste inside your building?
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Accurate reporting: Will you receive monthly itemised reporting detailing your recycling figures and carbon savings?
If your existing contractor cannot guarantee all four, First Mile is ready to step in without any service gap.
Our Impact
Multi-Award Winning and Accredited Commercial Waste Management
When did Oxford Street pedestrianisation start?
Phase 1 took effect on 26 October 2026, when vehicle restrictions were introduced across Oxford Street West.
Which section closed first?
Phase 1 covers Oxford Street West, spanning from Orchard Street to Great Portland Street, and includes Oxford Circus.
Which vehicles are allowed?
General traffic is prohibited during the daytime. Servicing vehicles can only operate within the designated overnight servicing window, while daytime collections are completed on foot or by zero-emission cargo bikes under our agreed approach with TfL.
How will waste be collected during the day?
Collections carry on by foot and on zero-emission cargo bikes directly from shopfronts, basements, and loading bays.
Is First Mile working with TfL?
Yes, First Mile operates under an agreed approach with TfL to keep waste management running smoothly across Oxford Street.
What should businesses do now?
Speak to your waste provider to confirm they have daytime pedestrian access in place. If they cannot service your building without road vehicles, contact First Mile to arrange uninterrupted collections.
Does this affect businesses near Oxford Street, as well as on it?
Yes, surrounding side streets experience altered delivery access and traffic diversions, making agile foot and cargo bike collections vital across the entire district.
Will my collection times or storage change?
Your waste storage requirements will not increase because First Mile provides scheduled daytime collections on foot and cargo bike, clearing bulk bags and bins overnight so waste never accumulates inside your premises.
What can you collect, and will I get reporting?
We collect all business streams, including cardboard, food waste, glass, mixed recycling, and general waste. You receive monthly carbon metrics and recycling certificates via our online customer portal.
How do I get started, and how quickly can you start collections?
You can set up an account online or over the phone in minutes, and we can begin collections within 24 hours.
