Town centre regeneration
Brent is developing a high street strategy, Harrow is discussing its masterplan, and Croydon is investing in town centre regeneration.
Brent Council is developing a new strategy to revitalise its high streets, aiming to promote 'aspirational' businesses and address anti-social behaviour, including drug use and street drinking, as stated by Councillor Samiah Anderson in July 2026. Separately, Harrow's Planning Policy Advisory Panel discussed the Harrow Town Centre Masterplan in September 2026, reviewing baseline findings and considering the implications of the draft London Plan.
Croydon Council is planning a substantial £874 million capital investment for 2025-31, which includes funding for regeneration plans, as detailed in its General Fund Capital Programme presented to Cabinet in February 2026. The council's Scrutiny and Overview Committee also reviewed these regeneration plans in June 2026 as part of its financial performance report.
Town centre regeneration involves efforts to improve the economic, social, and physical conditions of town centres. Councils are working to address issues such as empty shops and vacant units, and to create more attractive and functional central areas.
Key facts
- Brent Council is developing a new strategy to revitalise high streets by promoting 'aspirational' businesses and tackling anti-social behaviour. Source
- Croydon Council plans an £874 million capital investment for 2025-31, including regeneration plans. Source
- Croydon Council's Cabinet was presented with the General Fund Capital Programme on 11 February 2026. Source
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