Information for new residents

Rubbish and Recycling

Find out how our rubbish and recycling service works.

If you have a garden we also offer a fortnightly chargeable opt-in service.

Council Tax

• Tell us you've moved into the Borough    
• Find your Council Tax band 

Voting and elections

• Register to vote on the Gov.uk website
• Find your local councillors and Members of Parliament

Schools, nursery and childcare

Find out about schools, nursery and childcare:

• Apply for a school place
• Find a nursery, pre school or childminder
• Find a children's centre
• Local Offer for 0 to 25 year-olds with additional needs

Local libraries

• Find and join your local library

Healthcare information for new residents

• Healthcare information for new residents

Local groups and information

• Join local social media groups based on your interests or location
• Sign up for the council’s email newsletters – updates on local news, events and more
• Follow Wokingham Borough Council on social media