Harlow Council is launching a Rapid Enhancement Action Plan to improve the cleanliness and appearance of estates across the town, starting with Longbanks on 27 October 2025.
This targeted initiative will see teams from HTS, including their Priority Response Taskforce, carry out a range of environmental improvements in several estates across the town.
The project follows on from the highly successful pilot scheme that was carried out in Milwards to improve the look of the area.
Works will include:
- Clearing litter and fly tipping
- Grass cutting and strimming
- Hedge trimming
- General cleaning of communal areas
- Removing old, redundant signage and railings
- Fixing and cleaning street furniture
- Repairing brickwork
- Removal of bulky items placed out by residents
To help residents prepare, leaflets will be delivered to homes in each estate in the week leading up to the works, explaining what will be done and how residents can take part.
Following Longbanks the project, subject to weather conditions, will cover:
- Moorfield (3 November)
- Fennels (10 November)
- Altham Grove (17 November)
- Bishopsfield (24 November)
- Spring Hills (1 December)
- Guilfords (8 December)
This programme is all part of the council’s ongoing commitment to creating a cleaner, greener, and more vibrant town for all.
Councillor Nicky Purse, Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Environment, said:
“This is a fantastic example of how we are Building Harlow’s Future and delivering on our mission to renew our neighbourhoods. The Rapid Enhancement Action Plan is about making a real and immediate difference to the places people live. Clean, well-maintained estates help foster pride in our communities and improve everyone’s quality of life.
“I’m delighted we’re taking this action and working closely with HTS and residents to make it happen.”