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Skip hire in London starts from £210 (off-road). From tight mews in Chelsea to construction sites in Romford, we deliver the right skip for the job. Enter your postcode for live pricing and permit costs.

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Skip Hire Team is an ideal place to book affordable skips online across zones 1–6 and the wider M25, including a 14-day hire period (extensions available at £30/ day), delivery, and one collection. 

We don’t just “deliver boxes.” We navigate the reality of London’s streets, low-hanging trees in Dulwich, narrow mews in Marylebone, and strict Red Route enforcement.

Once your booking is confirmed, our local partner handles the physical delivery and collection, while we manage the compliance, documentation, and customer support. Every partner we work with is fully insured and licensed by the Environment Agency

As an EA-registered Upper Tier Waste Broker (CBDU596771), Skip Hire Team provides a reliable, streamlined service. We understand that navigating London’s waste regulations can be complex, and we are here to simplify the process for you.

Navigating London Skip Regulations & Logistics

  • Borough-Specific Permits: We handle the paperwork with your local London Borough Council takes 3 to 5 business days. Expect to pay between £50 and £165. The prices will be automatically added to your final total. 
  • Parking Bay Suspensions: In high-density areas like Soho, Chelsea, or Camden, a skip permit is not enough. You must pay for a daily bay suspension via the council. We coordinate this to ensure the space is clear for the 7:00 AM drop-off.
  • Red Route Strategy: Static skips are prohibited on Red Routes (A13, A40, etc.). For these locations, we recommend hiring the Wait & Load service to avoid heavy PCN fines.
  • 2025 POPs Compliance: We strictly follow EA guidelines for Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). If disposing of sofas, armchairs, or upholstered items, please notify us for specialized legal disposal.

Skips For Domestic and commercial Use

Skip Sizes Available in London

Whether you are dealing with small household waste or working on a large industrial or commercial project, we have skip sizes to suit every jobNote: Prices vary by borough permit fees and bay suspension costs. Not sure on size? Call our London team at 0800 260 5989.

Skip Size
Capacity
Best For
London Placement Note
30–40 Bags
Garden waste & DIY
Fits narrow mews & small drives
50–60 Bags
Kitchen/Bath refits
Most common for London domestic use
70–80 Bags
Soil, brick, & heavy waste
Largest size for heavy inert waste
90–100 Bags
Large house or office clearances
Bulky light waste only; no soil/brick
100–120 Bags
Light, bulky renovation waste
Check street width restrictions first
200–400+ Bags
Commercial & major site clears
Strictly for private sites/large yards

4-Yard Mini Skip

4 yard mini skip in London for small garden clean ups
  • Size: 6.00 ft x 4.43 ft x 3.02 ft
  • Capacity: 30–40 bin bags
  • Good for: small clear-outs, light garden waste
  • Local note: driveway placements don’t need a licence; on CPZ streets, a borough licence is required and marked bays usually need a daily suspension.

6-Yard Skip

6 yard skip in London for medium home renovations
  • Size: 10 ft x 5 ft x 4 ft
  • Capacity: 50–60 bin bags
  • Best for heavy rubble; CPZ streets need a licence, bays often require suspension.

8-Yard Builders Skip

8 yard builders skip in London for construction waste
  • Size: 10.00 ft x 5.58 ft x 3.94 ft
  • Capacity: 70–80 bin bags
  • Good for refits; avoid Red Routes at peak, placement can be restricted.

10-Yard Skip

10 yard skip in London for large home clearances
  • Size: 10.00 ft x 5.91 ft x 3.94 ft
  • Capacity: 90–100 bin bags
  • Bulky but light waste; not suitable for hardcore.

12-Yard Maxi Skip

12 yard maxi skip in London for bulky waste removal
  • Size: 12.00 ft x 5.91 ft x 4.92 ft
  • Capacity: 100–120 bin bags
  • Light bulky loads only; check street width and access.

RoRo Containers

20 yard roll on roll off skip in London for commercial projects
40 yard roll on roll off skip in London for large demolition jobs
  • 20 yard size: 20.00 ft x 6.89 ft x 5.91 ft
  • 40 yard size: 40.00 ft x 7.87 ft x 6.56 ft
  • Capacity: 20 yard holds 200 bin bags and 40 yard holds 400+ bin bags

Pro-Tips for London Skip Hire

  • Narrow Access: If your property is in the Dutch Quarter (Colchester) or a London Mews, request our “Slimline” skip lorries to ensure we can navigate tight corners.
  • The “School Street” Rule: Many London boroughs now have “School Streets” with timed closures (8am–9am). We schedule our deliveries around these windows to prevent delivery delays and fines.

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Liz Kingston profile pictureLiz Kingston
17:35 27 Nov 25
The lady I booked through was so good, she advised me to book a medium skip which was perfect. Everything went well and the skip was delivered and picked up as expected.
Sahib Khela profile pictureSahib Khela
17:14 06 Oct 25
Skip Hire Team Ltd never disappoint, like usual I needed a last minute favour from them and they came through, Saturday afternoon drove into London and as it was very tight access sent the mini lorry and labourers to clear a site! Great service and professionalism like always!
Thanks yo Ananda in office helped with every online booking system is very quick fast
Response from the owner 22:44 07 Oct 25
Thanks

Access & Placement

  • Driveway/off-road minimums: approx. 2.7 m width, 4.0–5.0 m length for 6–8 yd; allow turning room for the lorry.
  • On-street clearance: allow 6 m length including approach; avoid junctions, crossings, bus stops and cycle lanes.
  • Low bridges/narrow streets: Some inner-London streets have width restrictions or timed closures; if a fixed placement isn’t feasible, choose wait-and-load (20–30 mins) to avoid permits and CPZ conflicts.

What You Can and Can’t Put in Your Skip

To maintain safety and environmental compliance, you must follow the General Waste Guide.

  • Allowed: Wood, metal, bricks, soil, stone, furniture, and general household “junk.”
  • Not Allowed: Fridges, TV monitors, tires, gas canisters, asbestos, and clinical waste.
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FAQ About Skip Hire in London

Find the answers to the most common skip hire questions customers are looking for.

The cheapest skip hire in London costs between £210 and £ 1,245 for a 4-yard skip. Place it on private land to avoid the £100+ borough permit and bay suspension fee, which is the fastest way to save money.

Alternatively, use the Wait & Load service (30 mins loading time included).

Live prices change by postcode, size, waste type and any bay suspensions. On average, skip hire costs in London range from £185 to £780 for a 4-yard to a large 40-yard RORO container, based on booking data from the last 90 days. Get live prices by using an online skip size calculator.

No static skips are allowed on Red Routes (A40, A13, etc.). We suggest a Wait & Load or a nearby side-street placement if a permit is granted.

Yes, additional charges for additional services. if any additional charges apply, we’ll let you know in advance.

  • Excessive weight (for heavier or bulky waste) such as soil, rubble, bricks, or concrete, may incur an additional charge between £50 and £100 per tonne of excess weight.
  • Overfilled skips (if waste is above the skip’s rim) charge for overfilled skips is between £30–£50.
  • Extended hire period (for longer than the standard hire period) ranges from £30 per extra day.
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It’s taken to licensed MRFs (Material Recovery Facilities) in NW10 or E3, where it’s mechanically sorted. We aim for 90%+ recycling rates to keep London green.

Yes! Just let us know as early as you can. If the skip’s already been dispatched, there may be a small charge to cover transport.

Please Note: Our cancellation policy includes a £30 + VAT cancellation fee once your order has been processed.

Most customers choose a 6-yard; for heavier builders’ waste, 8-yard is common. We’ll confirm based on your list.

Service Coverage: All 32 London Boroughs & Zones 1–6

Our experts understand the unique challenges of all 32 London Boroughs and the surrounding M25 areas. We update our booking system weekly with updated council rates. When you enter your postcode, we automatically calculate the specific permit cost for your borough.

We cover the entirety of Greater London and surrounding postcodes, including:

  • East/Central London: E1–E20, EC1–EC4, WC1–WC2
  • North London: N1–N22, NW1–NW11
  • South London: SE1–SE28, SW1–SW20
  • West London: W1–W14
  • Also serve border areas in the Home Counties (e.g., IG, RM, UB, TW, BR, CR, and HA).

We have dedicated service specialists operating in the following high-demand London boroughs.

For complex commercial inquiries or specialized services, please call our dedicated London waste management experts on 0800 260 5989.

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