Improving The Pedestrian Experience In Hoxton

Overview

Across workshops, street pop-ups and neighbourhood walkabouts, residents told us that getting around Hoxton can feel difficult. Narrow footpaths, fast-moving traffic, parked vehicles and unclear routes were common concerns, particularly for people with pushchairs, mobility aids or young children. Safety after dark was also raised frequently.

This theme focuses on making streets easier, safer and more comfortable to use on foot.

This theme focuses on:

  • Creating safer, clearer and more accessible walking routes
  • Improving comfort and safety for people of all ages and abilities
  • Strengthening connections between key streets and destinations

Projects linked to this theme

Phase 1 pilot projects

  • Hoxton Green Link – Street Trees: New trees to improve air quality, shade and the walking environment
  • Hoxton Hall Forecourt: Pavement widening and crossing improvements

Phase 2 main projects

  • Howl at the Moon Pocket Park: A small public space with planting and seating at a key junction
  • Tyssen Street to Kingsland Road – Rename, Reclaim, Reconnect: Improvements to lighting, surfacing and wayfinding along this important route
  • Hoxton Green Link – Regan Way: Extended planting and greening to improve walking connections
  • Inclusive Hoxton – Seating and Paving Upgrades: Accessible seating and improved footpaths across the area

This theme responds directly to what we heard about safety, accessibility and ease of movement.

Illustration of a small public space with seating, planting and a tree, where people are sitting, talking and walking, including a wheelchair user and a person walking a dog.

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