Streatham included in Lambeth's Autumn Nights community safety programme
Lambeth Council has named Streatham among the areas receiving additional community safety activity around Halloween and Bonfire Night.
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Streatham Redhawks target trophies after strong start to season
Streatham Redhawks are aiming for silverware after a promising start to the ice hockey season, with player-coach Ben Paynter highlighting the squad's ambitions.
Streatham High Road Post Office set to close as replacement sought
Post Office has confirmed plans to close its branch inside TG Jones at 180–182 Streatham High Road, but no closure date has yet been announced.
Streatham musician Pink Eye Club releases new album Emotional Dance Music
Streatham-based musician Haydn Davies has released a nine-track Pink Eye Club album blending synth-disco, house rhythms and personal songwriting.
Streatham Society launches Blue Plaque Project on the High Road
A new Streatham Society project is celebrating the history of local shopfronts, with its first blue plaque installed at Rice Republic on Streatham High Road.
Two taken to hospital after scaffolding collapses on Streatham High Road
Two people were taken to hospital after scaffolding collapsed on Streatham High Road on Sunday 25 October, London Fire Brigade confirmed.
Lambeth proposes to end demolition plans for Central Hill and Cressingham Gardens
Lambeth's Cabinet will consider proposals on 21 October to retain two south London housing estates and prioritise repairs over demolition.
Final chance for Streatham residents to comment on Lambeth’s new Local Plan
Lambeth’s first-stage consultation on its new Local Plan closes on Tuesday 13 October. Residents can still comment on the issues and priorities that should shape future development.
TfL proposes withdrawing route 415 and extending the 333 through Streatham
TfL is consulting on plans to withdraw the 415 to Tulse Hill and extend the 333 from Elephant & Castle to Old Kent Road, creating new direct links from Streatham. Comments close on 15 November.
Streatham Festival 2026 returns this October
Streatham Festival returns from 9–18 October with ten days of music, visual arts, performances and community events across SW16.
No arrests after man injured in Leigham Court Road shooting
Police said no arrests had been made following a shooting on Leigham Court Road in which a man in his 20s was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
New Crime Reduction Unit launches in Streatham
A dedicated two-person Crime Reduction Unit has begun a 12-week pilot across the Streatham BID area, supporting local businesses and tackling repeat offending.
Streatham Hill Theatre opens its doors for Open House Festival 2026
Streatham Hill Theatre will open its doors for Open House Festival 2026, offering visitors a rare chance to explore one of Streatham’s landmark historic buildings.
Lambeth Heritage Festival returns for September 2026
Lambeth Heritage Festival returns this September with more than 80 events across the borough, including local history walks and activities in Streatham.
A23 Streatham Hill works continue as drivers warned of delays
Roadworks continue on the A23 Streatham Hill, with lane restrictions and delays expected as TfL progresses the major redesign.
Streatham Hill Theatre: a landmark worth saving
Streatham Hill Theatre has survived nearly a century of change. Now the Grade II listed landmark faces an uncertain future as campaigners fight to preserve one of Streatham’s most remarkable cultural buildings.