House clearance in Bury: costs and council limits
Clearing a house or flat in Bury, Radcliffe, Prestwich or Whitefield? Here's what it costs and what the council will not do, checked against Bury Council and Recycle for Greater Manchester pages on 2 November 2026.
- A £49 Bury booking can be used up by one corner sofa
- Fitted wardrobes, fitted kitchens and bagged rubbish are refused
- Nothing is collected from inside, even in flats
- Typical private price: £300 for a room to £1,500 for a full house
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Why the council route falls short
Bury's count system fills a £49 booking fast: a double bed with mattress and headboard is five items, a washing machine is three, a double wardrobe is four. Bagged rubbish, mirrors, fitted furniture and pianos are refused altogether. Bury says items must be left whole at your usual bin point, front garden or driveway, and it will not collect from a back garden, yard, shed, garage or from inside a property, including flats. Car loads can go to the Bury tips, and vans need a free van permit.
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| Property | Rough UK guide |
|---|---|
| One room or a studio flat | £300 to £500 |
| Part-full 2 to 3 bed | £500 to £900 |
| Full 3 to 4 bed house | £900 to £1,500 |
Stairs, parking, a full loft or garage and heavy furniture push the price up. Items a company can resell or donate can bring it down.
Choosing a clearer
- Ask for their waste carrier licence and check it free on the Environment Agency register
- Ask for their address and phone number, as Bury Council advises
- Ask where the waste will go
- Get the price in writing and keep the receipt
Bury Council has issued fly-tipping fixed penalties of £400 and £800 in 2026.
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