Find out where your nearest grit bin is, how to get one for your street and when we refill them.
Find your nearest grit bin
There are over 1,100 grit bins across Leeds. You can use them to clear public roads and footpaths when ice and snow is forecast.
You do not need to use a lot of grit, a tablespoon will treat an area of one square metre.
Get a grit bin for your street
If you would like a grit bin for your street, you can ask us to assess it.
We'll assess:
- how steep the road or footpath is
- how often it is used and by how many people
- whether it is close to a school or a hospital
Request a grit bin External link
Damaged grit bins
If the grit bin on your street is damaged you can report it online. We'll replace it next time we come to refill it.
Report a damaged grit bin.
Report an empty grit bin
If you need grit or rock salt urgently you can buy it at local DIY stores.
We refill grit bins for winter from October and refill them again after periods of ice or snow.
If ice or snow is forecast to last more than 2 days, we prioritise primary gritting routes and other busy roads. We still refill grit bins during these periods, but it can take longer than usual.
You can let us know about an empty grit bin by email. Send your name, address and the location of the bin to
salt.prov@leeds.gov.uk.
