Lower Clapton Road, located in Clapton, London, is facing severe issues of pollution, congestion, and a lack of proper community spaces. The transformation of this road from Urswick Road to the Pond into a pedestrian-only area can help alleviate these concerns.

Making it a pedestrian zone will reduce carbon emissions and pollution significantly, given the high volume of regular traffic. This not only contributes to improving air quality but supports the broader goals of London’s goal to become zero-carbon by 2030. 

Additionally, the proposal would promote local businesses by creating a more attractive and serene environment for pedestrians. It's known that pedestrianization led to business sales increase of up to 30% in other city areas.

Furthermore, the new pedestrian space will promote a sense of community, providing a safe place to interact and engage. This is consistent with research showing that pedestrian zones improve social cohesion.

For the health of our community, environment, and local economy in Clapton, the transformation of Lower Clapton Road into a pedestrian area is a vital step that needs our support. 

Benefits don’t stop there. The new pedestrian-only zone would create a Hackney hub that could be integrated into Zaha Hadid’s vision for a Walkable London  (https://www.walkablelondon.co.uk). It’s an opportunity to reimagine together the future of our neighbourhood, for a greener and more humane urban environment.

Let's call on our local council to make this change. Sign this petition today.