Rotten Steps on Pickhurst Lane, Hayes, Create Ongoing Slip Hazard

June 8, 2026

South London News On Your Doorstep Desk Edited By Jimmy Nsubuga

Families and commuters in Hayes are navigating a dangerous slip and trip hazard on Pickhurst Lane, where a rotten wooden step edge has been removed, leaving the pathway unsafe. This issue, reported to Bromley Council on 7th June, remains an ongoing concern for residents, particularly after recent wet weather.

Hazardous Steps on Pickhurst Lane Endanger Pedestrians

A resident report to FixMyStreet highlights the perilous state of steps on Pickhurst Lane in Hayes. According to the report, the wooden edge of the steps has rotted away and been removed, creating a significant danger for those using the pathway. The resident states these steps are now "very dangerous" and prone to "slips, trips," a risk exacerbated by recent wet conditions. This directly impacts the safety of both older residents and young children traversing the area.

Community Safety at Risk Near Pickhurst Academy

The compromised steps on Pickhurst Lane are located in an area popular with families, close to Pickhurst Academy, an "Outstanding" rated junior school. The report also notes that "the rest of the steps could do with some attention too," suggesting a broader maintenance need in this busy pedestrian route. The ongoing deterioration of public infrastructure in the Hayes area, including other recent FixMyStreet reports of uneven paving stones nearby, underscores a persistent challenge for local residents.

Bromley Council Initiates Repair Process Following Report

Bromley Council has acknowledged the report regarding the dangerous steps on Pickhurst Lane, with the status updated to "In progress" on the FixMyStreet platform. The council aims to investigate reported issues with park infrastructure, such as steps, within ten working days. Following investigation, any necessary works are then raised with their Property Maintenance Department for inclusion in ongoing maintenance schedules, with repair timescales dependent on the specific nature of the problem. The council undertakes general and major repairs across its numerous parks and open spaces within the Borough of Bromley.

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