- Notting Hill residents are painting their pastel-coloured houses black to deter Instagram influencers and tourists who frequently pose for photos outside their homes.
- There have been complaints of people climbing on railings, attempting to enter homes, and even asking residents to step aside for photos.
- Residents report issues such as difficulty renting homes due to constant crowds, stolen items, and being unable to walk down the street.
- A campaign has been launched to encourage other residents to paint their houses black, citing the bright colours as a “major draw” for social media photos.
- Local authorities are urging visitors to respect residents and their private homes, with increased street enforcement to address antisocial behaviour.
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Fed-up Notting Hill residents paint famous colourful houses black to deter influencers
