Hackney Downs Station Area Public Realm Improvements

Overview

Hackney Council is proposing changes to the streets and public spaces around Hackney Downs Station to make them safer, greener, and more accessible for everyone. These proposals respond to earlier feedback about safety concerns, poor public realm, and the need for more space to walk, cycle and access public transport. The work forms part of a wider programme of improvements across Hackney Central, made possible through £19 million in funding from Central Government.

We want to hear your views on the proposals before finalising the designs. 

Below are four maps that show the proposed changes in more detail.

• The first map shows the wider area, helping to put each of the changes in context.
• The following three maps focus on the specific locations discussed in this consultation.

You can click on each image to enlarge it or download the full PDF version by clicking the title of each section below. 

Overview Map

This map shows the full Hackney Downs Station area and the surrounding streets. It helps explain how the three smaller locations fit together as part of the wider programme.

What’s proposed?

Hackney Downs Station area

• A new parallel zebra crossing on Dalston Lane, on a raised table, to make it safer to cross
• Widened pavements and new seating, trees and planting to create a more welcoming environment
• Relocation of an existing modal filter from Marcon Place to Spurstowe Terrace
• Repositioned bus stops to improve station access and ease congestion
• Upgraded lighting and paving materials
• Wayland Avenue and Sigdon Road to become two way road
• Removal of two parking bays to improve visibility
• Improved lighting

Amhurst Road junction with Sandringham Road

• A new parallel zebra crossing near Sandringham Road
• Wider pavements, new buildouts, and shared surfaces
• New trees, cycle hangars, and public seating
• No new traffic filters or closures
• Proposal of 4 parking bays
• Removal of nine parking bays

Dalston Lane junction with Navarino Road

• A new raised parallel zebra crossing
• Buildouts and shared surface areas
• Removal of three parking bays along Navarino Road
• Removal of one parking bay along Wayland Avenue
• Planting, trees and better paving
• No road closures or modal filters
• Wayland Avenue and Sigdon Road to become two way road

Key outcomes we aim to deliver

• A safer, more pleasant environment for pedestrians and cyclists
• Improved access to Hackney Downs Station and bus stops
• Greener streets with more trees, planting and seating
• Reduced traffic speeds and better traffic management
• Enhanced lighting, paving, and materials

Why your views matter

You can respond to the proposals for the whole area or focus on a specific location. Your feedback will help shape the final designs.

Find out more

We’re holding a drop-in event where you can speak to council officers, ask questions and learn more about the proposals:

• Saturday 19 July, 11am–2pm, Hackney Town Hall Square

We’re also consulting on related proposals in Dalston to reduce traffic and improve safety and public space. If you live, work or travel through that area, you can find out more and have your say online: bit.ly/DalstonLN

This consultation closes on 25 August 2025.