Realising the Potential Of Hoxton’s Green Spaces

Overview

Residents told us they want more greenery across Hoxton and better access to places where they can relax, meet others or be active. Many existing green spaces are underused, fenced or feel disconnected from everyday routes, limiting who can use them and how.

This theme focuses on unlocking the potential of green spaces to support wellbeing, biodiversity and community life.

This theme focuses on:

  • Improving access to and quality of green spaces
  • Creating places to play, socialise and enjoy nature
  • Increasing biodiversity and climate resilience

Projects linked to this theme

Phase 1 pilot projects

  • Arden Estate – Community Growing: Turning underused lawns into community growing spaces
  • Hoxton Green Link – Street Trees: New trees along Hoxton Street
  • Geffrye Estate – Habitat Creation: Wildflower planting and habitat improvements

Phase 2 main projects

  • Purcell Street – Neighbourhood Park: Transforming the space with improved planting, paths and seating
  • Estate Lawns into Habitats – Pitfield Estate: Expanding habitat creation, including orchard and woodland areas
  • Hoxton Garden – Enhancing Access: Wider paths and improved seating to support inclusive use

This theme reflects what we heard about the importance of high-quality green spaces that support everyday wellbeing and connection.

llustration showing a green space in Hoxton with mature trees, planting and a small community growing area. An older person is tending plants near raised beds, with greenery and nature integrated around a local landmark structure.

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