Environmental Renewal Schemes

We have allocated approximately £3.5 million to carry out environmental renewal schemes since starting the programme in 2005.

Types of schemes that can be considered are:

enhancement of neglected areas by replacing fencing, benches, bins and tidying up overgrown plant beds
improvements to the layout of footpaths and removal of inappropriate features
removal of isolated grass and planted areas
reduction of nuisance issues such as ball games
upgrading of open space and youth facilities
provision new link paths where there are desire lines
landscape improvements to deter fly tipping

Other similar types of scheme that are deemed a priority by the residents in a particular neighbourhood can also be considered.

View current schemes

There are currently no schemes in progress.

Details of some of the completed schemes can be found by clicking the links below:

Following a resident’s consultation in July and August 2025, works were completed in 2025. These improvements focused on three areas.

Area 1 - the green space between Munnings Close and Landseer Close

Tree planting to enhance the visual amenities and build in climate resilience.
Shrub boarder planting to enhance the enjoyment of the area.
Bee and butterfly friendly bulbs to improve the biodiversity in the area.
A new bench as requested by local residents.
Galvanised and timber railings in key routes to slow down the fast-moving scooters or bikes on pavements.

Area 2 - Holbein Close

Removing overgrown vegetations to improve the safety and natural surveillance in the area.
Bee and butterfly friendly bulbs to improve the biodiversity in the area and enhance the journey to and from the school.
Galvanised and timber railings in key routes to slow down the fast-moving scooters or bikes on pavements.
Tree planting to enhance the visual amenities and build in climate resilience.

Area 3 - Renoir Close

Coppicing works along the western edge of the woodland behind Renoir Close, to open up access into the woodland and provide a degree of natural surveillance.

Following a resident’s consultation in July and August 2025, works were completed in 2025. These improvements included:

Wildflower turfs to improve the biodiversity and the visual amenity of the area.
Bee and butterfly friendly bulbs to improve the biodiversity in the area.
Knee rails to define and protect the green spaces better.
Tree planting at Strokins Road to enhance the visual amenities and build in climate resilience.
New parking bays at Strokins Road to improve the parking situation and to enhance the street scene.

Following a residents consultation in August and September 2024, works were completed in 2025.

These improvements included:

Approximately 100m of bee friendly bulb planting at Brighton Way, opposite to Brighton Hill Community School, approaching the ASDA superstore
Tree coppicing and vegetation clearance on both sides of the underpass at Brighton Way behind Lehar Close and Headington Close
Improving the plaza space next to the community school, near the junction of Quilter Road and Brighton Way with new paving blocks, vegetation clearance, turfing, low height barriers and a deep jet wash
Introducing new signage, picnic tables and benches at Brighton Hill Park
Re-instating and enhancing the feature paving block at Brighton Hill Park entrance, to improve the safety and appearances of the park
Reducing hedge planting at the road verge at the Quilter Road / Brighton Way junction to improve the visibility
Removing the planting bed outside 138 and 172 Quilter Road, to address the antisocial behaviour concerns raised
Improving the pocket green space near 21 Brahms Road by removing the overgrown vegetation and introducing turf for easier maintenance
Introducing picnic benches and seats at Bernstein Park
Vegetation clearance at Bernstein Park to improve the natural surveillance and appearance of the local play area
Installing a new bench at the footpath near Stanford Road

Work was undertaken in December 2023, following a residents consultation in September 2023.

Improvements to the communal areas included:

Provision of a new footpath link across the Open Space to the rear of 274 to 309 Abbey Road
Replacement of damaged steps and installation of new paths to provide better all-weather link between Selby Walk and Tewkesbury Close Open Space
New planting and redesign of open space to rear of 354 to 375 Abbey Road in conjunction with parking improvements to reduce vehicle damage to surrounding open spaces and verges
Parking improvements at Fountains Close in combination with open space enhancement and protection of tree roots from vehicle damage
Installation of wooden bollards in areas where parking on kerbs has been an issue
Ornamental tree planting
Bee friendly bulb planting to provide spring colour and biodiversity benefits

Following a residents consultation in October 2022, works were completed in 2023. The improvements to enhance communal areas included:

Installation of a new macadam footpath to rear of Coleman Close on line of existing desire line to protect and tidy up grass area
Installation of bow top fencing along edge of open space at Coleman Close to discourage ball games against property whilst maintaining natural surveillance
Installation of new bench at Brocas Drive
Clearance and replanting of areas with low planting against low walls for neater appearance whilst increasing natural surveillance and discouraging fly tipping
Replanting and reseeding to enhance neglected areas
Ornamental tree and bulb planting

Works carried out in response to the September 2021 consultation included:

Tree planting
Bulb planting to enhance the landscape and increase biodiversity
New footpaths, benches and handrails
Clearance and replanting of areas to increase natural surveillance
Installation of wooden bollards in areas where parking on grass and tree roots has been an issue

Following a residents consultation in December 2020, works to enhance communal areas and opens spaces in Popley Islands West have included:

Installation of a new footpath at Tewkesbury Open Space to allow easier access to benches and outdoor gym equipment
Installation and upgrade of the steps and pathway between Tobago Close and Speckled Wood Road making access easier between the two areas
Installation of wooden bollards in areas where parking on kerbs has been an issue
Clearance and replanting of areas to increase natural surveillance
Replanting and reseeding to enhance neglected areas
Ornamental tree and bulb planting