The big picture

As part of our overarching vision for Hammersmith & Fulham, we are committed to cultivating a better borough, striving for a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environment.

Central to this vision are improvements to our streets, recognised as essential spaces for realising our aspirations.

This includes growing a safer climate for present and future generations, nurturing environments that support both people and nature, and ensuring the highest possible standards of health, wellbeing, and quality of life for all residents.

We aim to reduce inequality, promote active lifestyles, and enhance overall community connectedness, health and wellbeing.

"In H&F, our commitment to creating a stronger, safer, and kinder borough is not just a vision, it’s a reality that we’re actively shaping. Our dedication to enhancing our borough is evident in our relentless efforts to expand public spaces, engage with residents, and enhance the well-being of all who call H&F home.

We’re not just doing things for our residents, but with them, fostering a compassionate and inclusive council that takes pride in its work. We’re building shared prosperity, prioritising initiatives that promote healthier lifestyles, vibrant public events, and sustainable urban development.

In our pursuit of being ruthlessly financially efficient, we’re not only creating a more liveable environment but also fostering economic growth and prosperity. We’re rising to the challenge of the climate and ecological emergency, making H&F a wonderful place to live, work, and do business.

Together, we’re not just building a brighter future for generations to come, but we’re also setting out new ambitions to make residents’ lives better, even in the most testing of times. This is our commitment to you, to H&F, and to our shared future."

Councillor Sharon Holder
Cabinet Member for Public Realm

Our health and wellbeing

Our objective is to promote healthier lifestyles by encouraging active use of our streets through:

  • walking
  • cycling
  • recreational activities
  • and increased use of public transport

Reduced traffic not only offers opportunities to reimagine public spaces but also allows greater accessibility for:

  • individuals with disabilities such as sensory impairments
  • elderly residents
  • and families with young children
     

"We can improve the health of residents through a range of measures and public realm area improvements, including new trees, greening, sustainable drainage systems, pedestrian safety improvements, cycling facilities and traffic access restrictions.

We can repurpose the street spaces, so they can be used by the community for play streets, community theatre and resident-led events such as street parties. As part of the broader effort to improve air quality, further measures to tackle energy use and heating demand will also be brought forward."

Dr Nicola Lang
Director of Public Health, Hammersmith & Fulham Council

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