Placemaking themes

The 5 Shaping Tottenham themes

Building on the insights from Tottenham Voices, Shaping Tottenham is structured around 5 key themes that reflect the community’s priorities.

1. Identity, culture, and representation

This theme focuses on amplifying Tottenham’s unique heritage and creativity, making it a cultural destination. By celebrating local voices and showcasing grassroots talent through events like Borough of Culture 2027 and Euro 2028, Tottenham will reinforce its identity. The area will be recognised for its diversity and creativity through:

• public art
• community-led projects
• cultural festivals

Inclusive representation will ensure all communities are celebrated, fostering pride and belonging among residents.

2. Strong and resilient communities

Strengthening community ties and fostering resilience is key to Tottenham’s future.

This theme focusses on connecting generations and cultures through:

• local initiatives
• empowering young people
• tackling health inequalities

By collaborating with Tottenham’s voluntary sector, we aim to build community capacity and create safe, welcoming spaces for residents.

Reducing isolation, improving local access to services, and ensuring community leadership are central to creating a resilient, supportive Tottenham.

3. Healthy and sustainable neighbourhoods

Tottenham’s neighbourhoods will be transformed into sustainable, healthy environments where residents can thrive.

This theme promotes:

• environmentally friendly housing
• green spaces
• active travel

Enhancing parks and creating safe walking and cycling routes will promote healthy lifestyles.

Projects will focus on climate resilience, reducing Tottenham’s carbon footprint, and improving access to nature.

By designing inclusive, sustainable homes and spaces, Tottenham will become a model for greener living.

4. Safe and welcoming

This theme focuses on reducing crime and anti-social behaviour through a collaborative, community-focused approach.

We will help create safer neighbourhoods through:

• public health interventions
• early prevention
• partnerships with local organisations

We will also focus on cleaning up public spaces, ensuring they are well-maintained and inviting.

Local-led safety initiatives will foster pride and shared responsibility, making Tottenham a cleaner, safer place to live and work.

5. Inclusive and prosperous economy

We aim to create an economy where everyone can thrive, by:

• supporting local businesses
• fostering the creative industries
• attracting investment that will strengthen Tottenham’s economy

The Creative Enterprise Zone will be expanded to showcase local talent, while new jobs and opportunities will be created through inward investment.

Ensuring inclusive growth, particularly for young people and entrepreneurs, will ensure Tottenham’s prosperity benefits all its residents.