Decision details

Determination of Traffic Regulation Orders for 20mph speed limits within Batheaston/Bathampton/Bathford Beckford Gardens (Area 10) following statutory consultation

The Cabinet member agrees that the speed limit order is approved, with the following amendments to the advertised scheme:-

·  Bathford Hill is omitted and left as 30mph at present;

·  Bathford High St is omitted and left at 30mph at present, although the advisory 20mph speed limit should become permanent;

·  Bannerdown Road, is omitted and left at 30mph apart from the section between Barnfield Way and London Road East, which should become 20mph;

·  London Road East between the start of the 20mph zone and its junction with Batheaston Bypass is omitted.

A 20mph speed limit is recommended as other authorities which have introduced 20mph speed limits have evidence to show that it has beneficial effects. They include benefits to the environment, and it can encourage more walking and cycling.

The option of implementing 20mph Speed Limit Zones using traffic calming measures was considered. A scheme based on this option would be impractical and unsuitable because of the close proximity of buildings and the cost.