ePetition details
Remove Park Benches Outside Hazel Road Basketball Court
The two park benches located outside Hazel Road Basketball Court (near W10) have unfortunately become a hotspot for persistent antisocial behaviour. Although they were originally intended as a place for residents to rest and enjoy the park, they are now regularly used for drinking, drug dealing, and large gatherings that continue late into the evening.
These benches are situated directly opposite the children’s playground, which makes the situation particularly concerning for families and local residents. Many people report feeling intimidated walking past groups that gather there, often made up of men drinking and littering in the area.
The surrounding space has become heavily littered with alcohol containers, cigarette butts, and other waste. Despite recent community efforts to clean and improve the area — including a well-attended community clean-up day — the problem has continued.
A similar issue occurred previously on the opposite side of the basketball court. Once that bench was removed, the antisocial behaviour in that area stopped completely, and the space became cleaner and more welcoming for everyone.
We are therefore petitioning the Council to remove these two benches in order to improve public safety, reduce antisocial behaviour, and help make the area around Hazel Road Basketball Court and playground a safer and more pleasant place for the whole community.
Started by: Chelsea Houston
This ePetition ran from 26/10/2025 to 26/11/2025 and has now finished.
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