With less than six months to go before local elections in Ealing on 7 May 2026, the borough’s Liberal Democrats say crime and anti-social behaviour have emerged as the biggest concerns among residents following a borough-wide survey.
The official opposition party to Labour-run Ealing Council has been inviting people to share their views through its own “residents’ survey” over the past month, with more than 500 responses received so far. Many participants highlighted problems in West Ealing and Deans Gardens, as well as in wards represented by Liberal Democrat councillors.
Common complaints include e-bikes on pavements, graffiti, fly-posting, overdevelopment and poor street cleaning. Some residents also raised concerns about the lack of community facilities for young people, blocked drains and inadequate support for disabled residents.
Councillor Connie Hersch, the Liberal Democrat shadow cabinet member for communities, said the party wanted to build a “broad cross-section” of opinion from across the borough.
Residents can take part in the survey by clicking here.
