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  • Hackney’s Global Future: Reviewing Our International Partnerships

    Share your views on Hackney's international twinning arrangements Hackney Council is currently conducting a comprehensive review of our international twinning arrangements. As an actively anti-racist and human rights-respecting local authority, it is important that our international partnerships remain relevant and reflect the shared values of our residents. A cross-party Twinning Working Group has been established by the Council to oversee this review. Hackney's... More
    Closes 14 October 2026

  • New Homes Programme

    Consultation has already begun. Sign up for email updates to hear more. This page is for information only. What we’re doing Since 2011, Hackney has led the way in building new council homes. Our innovative, in-house building programme is now followed by other councils across London and the UK. So far this has delivered more than 1,000 new homes, prioritising council homes for social rent. Between 2022 to 2026, we want to deliver 1,000 new homes for social rent –... More
    Closes 31 December 2026

  • Hackney Naming Hub

    Hackney Council is inviting you to add suggestions for names for future roads, buildings, and other public spaces that represent your community in Hackney. With your help we want to create a knowledge bank of names that will help the Council to address underrepresentation in the public realm by acknowledging the history and achievements of Hackney’s diverse and migrant communities, women's histories, LGBTQIA+ histories, disabled people's histories, and working class histories. ... More
    Closes 30 March 2027

  • Parking Permit System – Survey

    Tell us what you think We’re keen to hear your thoughts on your new Permit system. If you’ve got a couple of spare minutes, we’d really appreciate you giving us your feedback! Please note: We may use your feedback anonymously, in future communications campaigns. More
    Closes 31 March 2027

  • Request parking controls

    If you currently live in an area which is experiencing high parking stress, you can request for parking controls for your road using the online questionnaire below. The feedback received will be assessed periodically to identify areas where we have received a high number of requests. If you would like parking controls introduced on your road urgently, we would also recommend that you start a petition with your neighbours. The petition should include the name of the street and times... More
    Closes 31 December 2060

  • Market Arrival – Gateway Signage

    Hoxton Street Market is one of the most recognisable and valued parts of the area, with a long history and a strong role in everyday community life. This project focuses on improving how people arrive at the market by introducing gateway features at key entry points along the street. By clearly marking where the market begins and creating a more defined sense of arrival, the project supports the wider ambition to strengthen Hoxton’s identity and celebrate what makes the area... More

  • Hoxton-wide Identity and Wayfinding Strategy

    This project brings together a series of identity and wayfinding improvements that will help create a clearer, more connected and recognisable Hoxton. Rather than delivering a single physical improvement, the Hoxton-wide Identity and Wayfinding Strategy provides a coordinated framework for how signage, interpretation, naming and visual identity can work together across the neighbourhood. Upcoming project The strategy is being developed alongside a number of identity and... More

  • Hackney Housing Estates Wayfinding

    This project focuses on improving wayfinding across Hackney housing estates in Hoxton, making it easier for residents and visitors to navigate between homes, services and surrounding streets. By helping people move more confidently through estate environments, the project will support better day-to-day access while strengthening connections between estates and the wider neighbourhood. Upcoming project The first phase of the project is focused on the Arden Estate. New estate... More

  • Market Infrastructure – Power and Gazebos

    This project will improve the infrastructure that supports traders on Hoxton Street Market, helping create a more attractive, sustainable and resilient market for everyone. By investing in cleaner power, better equipment and improved market facilities, the project aims to support day-to-day trading, enhance the appearance of the market and help Hoxton Street Market remain an affordable place to shop, work and visit. In progress Cleaner battery systems have already been... More

  • Thriving Hoxton Street Fund

    The Thriving Hoxton Street Fund will support activity and improvements that help Hoxton Street remain vibrant, welcoming and affordable. The fund is intended to strengthen the local economy by supporting traders, businesses and community-led activity along the street. It forms part of wider work to ensure Hoxton Street continues to serve local people as a place to shop, work, meet and take part in community life. Upcoming project The fund is currently being developed.... More

  • Hoxton Hall Forecourt

    This project has improved the public space outside Hoxton Hall, making the entrance to this important cultural and community venue more welcoming, visible and accessible. The improvements help strengthen the connection between Hoxton Hall and Hoxton Street, while creating a safer and more attractive environment for people walking through the area. Completed project The entrance improvements were completed in February 2026. What has happened Public realm... More

  • Shoreditch Library Entrance

    This project is improving the public space outside Shoreditch Library, making the entrance more visible, welcoming and easier to use. The improvements support the library’s role as an important local community space, while creating a greener and more attractive setting on Hoxton Street. In progress project The public realm entrance improvements were completed in January 2026. Additional artwork on the library pillars and new banners will be designed and installed... More

  • Hoxton Hall Social Lobby

    This project is developing proposals for a new social lobby inside Hoxton Hall, creating a more welcoming and accessible space for community use. The proposals aim to strengthen the connection between Hoxton Hall and Hoxton Street, while providing an inclusive place where people of different ages can meet, spend time and take part in informal activity. The project also includes improvements to the public space at Wilks Place. Upcoming project Plans are being... More

  • Wilks Place Transformation

    This project will improve Wilks Place, the side route running alongside Hoxton Hall. The proposals aim to create a safer, clearer and more welcoming route, improve access to the doors along the side of Hoxton Hall and better integrate the building with Hoxton Street and the surrounding neighbourhood. The project will also consider how the route relates to the currently blocked access towards Tyssen Street. Upcoming project Early proposals are being developed to... More

  • Ivy Street Play Street

    This project creates a temporary play street on Ivy Street during School Street hours, providing a safer space for children to play and for families and neighbours to spend time outdoors. By reducing vehicle movement at key times, the street can support informal play, walking, cycling and community use while creating a more welcoming environment around the school. In progress The play street is operating during School Street hours, creating a safer space for children,... More

  • Hoxton Green Link – Street Trees

    This project will introduce new street trees along key routes through Hoxton, helping to create greener, healthier and more attractive streets for everyone. Tree planting forms part of the wider Hoxton Green Link, which aims to strengthen connections between neighbourhoods, parks and community spaces while making walking through Hoxton more comfortable and enjoyable. In progress Tree planting is being planned and delivered along key routes across Hoxton as part of the... More

  • Howl at the Moon Pocket Park

    This project will create a new pocket park at the junction near the Howl at the Moon pub, transforming an area currently dominated by road space into a greener and more welcoming public space. The proposals will introduce planting and seating while improving the experience for people walking through the area. The pocket park will provide somewhere to pause, meet or rest, helping to make this busy junction feel more attractive and enjoyable. Upcoming project Plans are... More

  • Arden Estate – Community Growing

    This project is transforming underused lawn areas on the Arden Estate into community growing spaces. The new spaces will provide opportunities for residents to grow food and plants, learn new skills and take part in shared activities. The project aims to make better use of existing green space while creating places that residents can help shape and care for. In progress Work is underway to introduce community growing spaces on the Arden Estate. What is... More

  • Geffrye Estate – Habitat Creation

    This project has enhanced green spaces across the Geffrye Estate by introducing new planting and creating habitats for wildlife. New wildflower areas, trees, hedgerows and landscaping features have increased biodiversity while creating a greener, more attractive environment for residents and visitors to enjoy. Completed project Habitat creation works have been completed across the Geffrye Estate, delivering new planting, wildlife habitats and greener spaces for the local... More

  • Purcell Street – Neighbourhood Park

    This project will transform an existing green space on Purcell Street into a neighbourhood park that is more welcoming, accessible and enjoyable for local people. By improving planting, paths and places to sit, the project aims to create a greener public space that supports everyday use, encourages people to spend time outdoors and strengthens connections within the neighbourhood. Upcoming Plans are being developed to transform this space into a neighbourhood park. ... More

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  • Housing Estates Wayfinding

    This project is improving wayfinding across Hackney housing estates to help residents and visitors move around more confidently. The Arden Estate has been selected as the first location where this new approach is being delivered. The project will introduce clearer signage, estate maps and improved information to help people find homes, community facilities, public transport and nearby destinations more easily. By making routes easier to understand and strengthening connections... More

  • Hoxton Green Link - Regan Way

    This project will introduce new planting and public realm improvements along Regan Way, creating a greener and more welcoming walking connection through the Arden Estate. Regan Way provides an important north-to-south route between Hoxton Street, Arden Estate Community Hall, Purcell Gardens and Shoreditch Park. The project will begin creating a continuous green link between these places while making the route easier and more pleasant to use. In progress project The... More

  • Hoxton Garden Improvements

    This project is improving Hoxton Gardens to make the space more accessible, welcoming and comfortable for a wider range of people. Improvements include new and widened pathways, fencing, seating and entrance works. Together, these changes make it easier to move through the gardens, find places to rest and see and access the space from the surrounding streets. In progress New fencing, pathways, seating and entrance improvements have been completed at Hoxton Gardens.... More

  • Pitfield Estate Outdoor Spaces and Street Gym

    This project brings together two strands of work focused on improving outdoor spaces on the Pitfield Estate and supporting residents’ health, wellbeing and access to nature. As part of the wider Connecting Hoxton programme, proposals have been developed to introduce more variety and activity across the estate’s open spaces while maintaining their natural and informal character. These proposals include new planting, improved paths, places to sit and spend time outdoors and features... More

  • Arden Estate Community Hall and Purcell Gardens

    This project brings together proposals to refurbish Arden Estate Community Hall and improve the surrounding public spaces, including the connection to Purcell Gardens. The aim is to create a more welcoming, accessible and flexible community facility that can support a wider range of activities and services. Improvements are also proposed for Purcell Gardens, including new planting, play equipment and landscaping. Arden Estate Community Hall, viewed from the corner of Purcell... More

  • Amhurst Road and Pembury Circus Transformation

    Work on the Amhurst Road and Pembury Circus transformation will begin on 17 February 2025 and is expected to last at least 18 months. For regular updates on construction progress and how the works may affect you, visit our Amhurst Road and Pembury Circus construction updates page . This transformation is part of our plan for a greener, safer, and healthier Hackney Central. The project, funded by the government, will create: A new linear park on Amhurst Road with... More

  • Strengthening Hoxton’s Identity and Putting Community at the Heart of Development

    This theme is one of six key priorities that emerged through the Connecting Hoxton co-design process. Residents, businesses and community organisations were clear that any change in Hoxton must be rooted in local identity, lived experience and meaningful community involvement. At its core, this theme is about making sure change happens with the community, not to it . People told us they want greater transparency, clearer information and genuine opportunities to shape decisions.... More

  • A Thriving & Affordable Market Street

    Through workshops, market-stall engagement, business outreach and co-design sessions, residents and traders told us how central Hoxton Street Market is to everyday life. People value its affordability, the social connections it creates and its role in supporting the local community, particularly during the cost-of-living crisis. Many people also said they want Hoxton Street to remain lively, welcoming and easy to use, while better supporting traders and local businesses. ... More

  • Championing Organisations & Businesses Delivering Social Value In Hoxton

    People consistently told us how important local organisations, cultural venues and community-focused businesses are to life in Hoxton. These spaces support wellbeing, creativity, learning and social connection, but many said they are not always easy to find, access or feel confident using. This theme focuses on strengthening Hoxton’s social infrastructure and making it easier for people to connect with the places and services that support them. This theme focuses on: ... More
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