Catford Town Centre

Octavia House Underpass & Public Realm Inspection

An early-morning inspection found litter, broken glass, heavily stained paving and walls, suspected evidence of nitrous oxide misuse and recurring environmental problems linked to the night-time economy. A coordinated deep-cleaning, maintenance and community-safety response was recommended.

Date19 July 2026ReferenceED-CT-190726-01Findings10AuthorityCommunity-led inspection
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Key findings

Inspection highlights

  • Poor cleanliness throughout the pedestrian underpass
  • Heavily stained flooring and discoloured walls
  • Broken glass and recurring overnight litter
  • Nitrous oxide canisters in the adjacent car park
  • Recommendations for CCTV, lighting and weekend cleansing

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