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Neighbourhood Wardens, jet washing, and a refurbished library are all results of the Balham Forum 

We’ve started delivering improvements in direct response to your feedback about what you love about Balham and what could be even better. 

19 Mar 26

Let’s line our streets with trees: New partnership to boost tree planting and biodiversity

Wandsworth has partnered up with Trees for Streets, which gives residents, community groups and businesses the chance to sponsor tree planting on their street or park.

16 Mar 26

First Alton block set to be demolished after planning green light

A long-derelict building at the entrance to Roehampton’s Alton estate is set to be demolished to make way for affordable homes and community facilities, after the proposals were given the green light by Wandsworth Council’s planning committee (12 March).

13 Mar 26

New hub strengthens support for Wandsworth residents facing homelessness

Wandsworth has expanded support for residents facing homelessness with the launch of an innovative, new Homelessness Assessment Hub in Lavender Hill. Leading a new approach in London, the 11-bed hub provides a dedicated space offering short-term stays and individualised, wrap-around support.

12 Mar 26