Tree maintenance
We look after more than 40,000 trees across Swindon, including trees along roads and in council-owned parks and open spaces. This page explains how we maintain trees and how you can report a problem.
How we inspect and maintain trees
We inspect trees as part of an ongoing programme of work. When we identify a problem, we prioritise the work based on risk.
Issues that could affect public safety are given the highest priority.
Because demand for tree work is much higher than the resources available, we prioritise all requests. This means we may not be able to carry out every request that is reported.
Report a problem with a tree
If you are concerned about a tree, you can report it online.
You will need to create a My Account before you can complete the form.
Our tree management policy
You can read more about how we manage and maintain trees in our policy document:
Trees maintained by parish and town councils
Parish and town councils are responsible for maintaining trees in their parishes where work can be carried out from the ground using hand tools only.
They are also responsible for other local services, including:
- recreation grounds
- parks
- play areas
- burial grounds
- allotments
To find out which council is responsible in your area, visit the parish and town councils in Swindon webpage.