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Left tree stubs pedestrian and car obstructions

Reported via mobile in the Other Street Tree Problem category anonymously at 21:57, Mon 15 December 2025

Sent to Merton Council less than a minute later. Council ref: SRQ-1266679-X4C5Q4.

Since numerous trees were cut down along Westcroft Gardens in September this year the left tree stumps approx 1m height have become a hindrance and risk to both pedestrians and vehicles due to their low height and lack of visibility. Can the stumps please be removed, cut back or made more visible. Its been over three months now.

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 21:57, Mon 15 December 2025

  • Thank you for your report. The tree stumps will be removed in due course, and replacement trees will be planted afterwards. As tree felling and stump grinding require different specialist equipment and crews, there is normally a lead time between the two operations. It is standard practice to leave the stumps at approximately 1 m in height on the pavement to ensure they remain clearly visible and do not pose a trip hazard while awaiting removal.

    State changed to: In progress

    Posted by Merton Council at 10:24, Monday 2 February 2026

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