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Pavement Safety Measures on Melrose Avenue

Reported via desktop in the Dangerous Street Tree category by Bart Parka at 15:36, Sun 7 December 2025

Sent to Merton Council less than a minute later. Council ref: SRQ-1265810-R2Y0T2.

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The pavements on Melrose Avenue have become increasingly obstructed due to overgrown street trees, which have not been properly maintained. Large branches and low foliage are blocking safe passage, forcing pedestrians into the road in several locations. As parents with a newborn in a pram, this is a particular concern for us, and it poses a significant health and safety hazard to all who use the pavement.

Updates

  • Thank you for reporting a problem with a street tree.

    We aim to inspect street tree problems within 10 working days of being reported, or 2 hours if the tree is dangerous. We aim to carry out any necessary work within 30 working days.

    Did you know…?
    We care for more than 20,000 street trees in Merton, including pruning, pollarding, and planting hundreds each year to keep streets green, safe, and walkable.

    Posted by Merton Council at 15:36, Sun 7 December 2025

  • Thank you for your report. Work scheduled

    State changed to: In progress

    Posted by Merton Council at 10:02, Friday 2 January 2026

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