CAVERSHAM

HENLEY ROAD

Pedestrian Crossing

Junction of Henley Road, Peppard Road, Prospect Street and Westfield Road

DETAILS

Petition received at November 2017 TMSC for the installation of controlled pedestrian crossing facilities at this junction. Another petition was received for this crossing in Oct 2022 with 1341 responses, reported to TMSC in November 2022.

Amendment (for March 2023):

A petition was reported to TMSC in November 2022, containing the results of a wider area survey undertaken by the local MP. The survey showed 1244 respondents in favour of a pedestrian crossing at this junction. There has been additional correspondence suggesting options, such as placement of crossings further back from the junction and an interim/lower-cost option of providing a pedestrian refuge island on the Henley Road approach, which the petition report makes reference.

Amendment (for November 2025):

A petition was reported to TMSC in September 2025, containing 1855 indications of support. The petition sought controlled pedestrian crossing facilities at this junction.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: The petition update report at Jan 2018 TMSC and November 2022 TMSC note the challenges in implementing this facility and other suggested options within the traffic signal controlled junction.

• Casualty Data: 1 slight and 1 serious incident involving pedestrians in th latest 3 year period (up to the end of September 2022).

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would be required before costs can be estimated as it would depend on what features can be installed. The preferred option would involve a complete technical refresh and replacement of the signal equipment and associated engineering works estimated to total £500k, but with many uncertainties that could significantly impact this estimate.

Priority 1

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CAVERSHAM HEIGHTS

KIDMORE ROAD

Traffic calming, pedestrian crossing and footway improvements

Between its junctions with Highmoor Road and Shepherds Lane, sitting alongside separate request for the section south of Highmoor Road.

DETAILS

Request to install traffic calming features along this road and to make improvements to the footway to prevent pedestrians from having to walk in the road or cross. A crossing (formal or informal) would also be beneficial close to the Richmond Road junction. These would improve access and safety for pedestrians, including school children who walk through the area.

Amendment (November 2023):

This entry has been extended from Richmond Road to Highmoor Road and, alongside a separate entry for the section south of Highmoor Road, is intended to capture the local desire for speed calming treatment along the entire length of the street.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: A detailed investigation will be required to determine the scope of the footway work and feasibility of a crossing at the requested location. Traffic calming in a 30mph area would also require costly illuminated signs, so 20mph could be a consideration.

• Casualty Data: 2 slight accidents reported in the latest 3 year period (up to 30th April 2023). Both near the Oakley Road junction. Speed was considered a contributing factor for both of these incidents.

• Anticipated Costs:  A detailed investigation would be required before costs can be estimated.

Priority 1

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EMMER GREEN

LOWFIELD ROAD

Pedestrian crossings

To the east of the Peppard Road junction / entrance to the shops car park, linking to the footpath network.

DETAILS

Requested via MP. Request for controlled pedestrian crossing facility to support walking to/from the shops using the footpath network in the area.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: A detailed investigation would need to be carried out to assess whether or not a crossing can be installed at these locations.

• Casualty Data:  No incidents involving casualties recorded in the latest 3 year period of data (up to end of September 2022).

• Anticipated Costs: It is estimated that a basic zebra crossing installation would cost around £80k, provided that there are no significant engineering challenges (e.g. level/gradient issues, close proximity to suitable electrical

supply).

Priority 1

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MULTIPLE: CAVERSHAM / CAVERSHAM HEIGHTS

KIDMORE ROAD

Speed calming

Section between Highmoor Road and The Mount

DETAILS

A petition from residents of Kidmore Road was presented to the Sub-Committee in September 2022. The petition highlighted their concerns regarding the trees, rat running, speeding, road safety and the state of the pavement on Kidmore Road. A separate letter sent by MP Matt Rodda suggested that residents were in favour of a 20mph speed limit as well as other traffic calming features such as humps, chicanes and vehicle activated signs.

A meeting between Ward Councillors, officers and representatives of residents took place in November 2022. Issues and potential mitigations were discussed and it was broadly agreed that 20mph with speed calming was desirable and whether some speed calming features could create build-outs around the most 'problematic' tree locations.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: 20mph for this relatively narrow section of road seems entirely appropriate, but will require a robust set of physical features for compliance (making the restriction 'self-enforcing'). This comes with compromises, such as potential increases in road noise, which were discussed in the resident meeting. Options for creating more walkway space around the trees were discussed and is going to be challenging, so a proposed solution is not yet clear. One option discussed was creating some build-outs as part of the speed calming scheme, but proximity of driveways, drainage and the inevitability of queuing traffic are significant factors to consider. Speed calming and 20mph may create a beneficial reduction in the reported rat-running and overall traffic volumes.

• Casualty Data:  No incidents involving casualties recorded in the latest 3 year period of data (up to end of September 2022).

• Anticipated Costs: A high-level estimate for delivering the core elements of a 20mph zone (TRO, signing, lining and an assumption of full-width speed humps) is £100k.

Priority 1

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THAMES

MILFORD ROAD

Road Closure (Relocation)

Southern end of street

DETAILS

Requested via Ward Councillor. Request to relocate the current road closure near the junction with Cardiff Road, to the northern side of Printers Way. Printers Way has been severed by the developer and residents wish to be able to enter/exit the western side via Cardiff Road, which they

currently cannot.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: The relocation of the road closure will require a statutory consultation which may result in objections from residents.

• Casualty Data: No accidents reported in this area during the latest 3 yea period (up to 30th April 2023).

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would need to take place

before costs can be estimated.

Priority 1

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CAVERSHAM

BRIANTS AVENUE

Pedestrian Crossing

Near to South View Avenue

DETAILS

Local resident requested formal crossing (e.g. zebra) to ease the crossing of Briants Avenue. There is no controlled pedestrian crossing along Briants Avenue.

Amendment for March 2024:

Further discussion with Councillor Lanzoni has led to concep development of an alternative potential concept. This is the upgrade of traffic and pedestrian refuge islands around the roundabout with Briants Avenue and Lower Henley Road, and new pedestrian refuge islands either side of the junction with South View Avenue.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: Previous entries have raised concerns about the feasibility of a controlled crossing, namely that it would have to be positioned so far from the bend in the road (South View Avenue) that it would likely serve little benefit. The proposed amendment still has potential feasibility issues such as available road widths and vehicle tracking, but appears more feasible, in the desired area and provides wider benefit. As such, it is the proposal that officers recommend as the favoured option, which should have the added benefit of slowing traffic at the roundabout and around thi bend.

• Casualty Data: At the northern end of the street, there have been 3 sligh and 1 serious incidents involving casualties in the latest 3-year period of data (up to end May 2023). All were on the roundabout, and either vehicle vs vehicle or vehicle vs cycle.

• Anticipated Costs: Survey: A detailed investigation would be required before costs can be estimated as it would depend on what features can be installed, following feasibility checks.

Priority 2

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MULTIPLE: CAVERSHAM / CAVERSHAM HEIGHTS / EMMER GREEN

ROTHERFIELD WAY

Pedestrian Crossing and Traffic Calming measures

Pedestrian crossing - South-west of its junction with Surley Row

Traffic calming - entire length

DETAILS

A petition to install 'safe crossing places' on Rotherfield Way was reported to Jan 2016 TMSC. An update report went to March 2016 TMSC. A further update report (with an outline zebra crossing design) was reported to June 2016 TMSC.

Amendment (November 2023):

TMSC agreed in March 2023 that this request be amended to include traffic calming following a new petition that was received. The petition highlighted resident's concerns about speeding in the area, alongside a desire for traffic calming features and a pedestrian crossing near Surley Row.

Amendments for November 2024: Some CIL funding has been received for improvements in this area. Once the scheme development is underway, we will be able to clarify which features have been agreed for progression.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: A concept scheme is awaiting funding to enable it to progress to detailed design and implementation for a zebra crossing. Ground investigation works will determine the deliverability of the crossing. A number of different traffic calming features can be explored, however, if the speed limit is 30mph, then costly illuminated signs will also need to be installed if features such as humps are installed on the road. 20mph could be a consideration.

• Casualty Data: No incidents recorded in the latest 3 year period of data (up to 30th April 2023).

• Anticipated Costs: A high level estimate would be £80,000 for a zebra crossing. The cost of traffic calming features will vary greatly depending on whether or not the road remains 30mph, and what type of features are installed.

Priority 2

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THAMES

KENAVON DRIVE

Pedestrian crossing

Near its junction with Forbury Road

DETAILS

Request from resident for a formal crossing at the junction. Visually impaired pedestrians are struggling to cross this section safely.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: Such a facility would need to be set back further than the existing traffic island in order to ensure there is adequate time for motorists to slow down when pedestrians are waiting to cross. Feasibility, from a safety perspective, may be challenging due to the proximity of junctions in this section of the road.

• Casualty Data: No accidents reported in this area during the latest 3 yea period (up to 30th April 2023).

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would need to take place

before costs can be estimated.

Priority 2

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MULTIPLE: CAVERSHAM / THAMES

GOSBROOK ROAD

Pedestrian Crossing

Between George Street and Briants Avenue

DETAILS

Request, via Councillor, to consider a crossing facility along this stretch of road.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: Investigation would be required to ascertain desire-lines (popular 'destinations') and feasibility (junctions, dropped kerbs, parking etc.). The type of facility (informal or controlled) can then be considered.

• Casualty Data: 2 slight incidents in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021). None involving pedestrians.

• Anticipated Costs: A crossing could cost around £60k-80k depending on

the location and the level of works required.

Priority 3

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THAMES

GEORGE STREET (B3345)

Pedestrian Crossing

North of the roundabout with Vastern Road and Napier Road

DETAILS

Businesses have requested the installation of an assisted pedestrian crossing to the north of this roundabout. A report to June 2017 TMSC referred to this request and an indicated funding contribution by the business community.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: Project will need to consider feasibility of implementing a crossing (bridge structure, forward visibility), traffic impact when considering options. The crossing would need to be set back from the roundabout from a forward visibility perspective, which moves it onto the bridge structure and away from the crossing desire line. Visibility along the bridge is also a concern due to the pronounced 'hump' mid way.

• Casualty Data: 4 serious and 9 slight incidents reported on the roundabout in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021). None involved pedestrians crossing.

• Anticipated Costs: If a controlled crossing can be installed, a very high level estimate would be around £80,000, but could be considerably higher depending on any special engineering requirements. Detailed investigatio is required.

Priority 3

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THAMES

GOSBROOK ROAD

Pedestrian crossing

Near its junction with St Johns Road.

DETAILS

A resident has asked for a pedestrian crossing near the junction with St Johns Road as it is used by many pedestrians and visibility towards Briants Ave is poor. The nearby traffic island is not very convenient and a new crossing at this location would be welcomed.

Amendment (for March 2023):

A further request has been received for a pedestrian crossing facility, such as a refuge island near to the bus stop, which is closer to the junction with George Street. Concerns raised about distances to nearest crossings and the speed of motorists through this section, in addition to some visibility issues caused by parked vehicles.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: There are some significant feasibility concerns at  both locations due to the number of accesses to off-street parking places that would create hazards for potential controlled crossing locations and would be obstructed (and create hazards) should refuge islands be considered. The proposals would require restricting parking to obtain the intervisibility for the facility.

• Casualty Data: No incidents reported in the last 3 years (up to end September 2022).

• Anticipated Costs: If a controlled crossing is feasible, a very high level estimate would be around £80,000 each, but could be considerably higher depending on any special engineering requirements. Pedestrian refuge islands, if feasible, would be estimated at £10,000 each, if feasible Detailed investigation is required.

Recommended action: Retain

Priority 4

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THAMES

NAPIER ROAD

Speed calming

Entire road

DETAILS

Requests from residents for speed calming due to concerns about vehicles speeding when going to the nearby superstore. Residents say that vehicles do not slow down when approaching the existing zebra crossing and there are concerns about safety due to the increased number of pedestrians using this road.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: It would be beneficial to conduct surveys to assess vehicle speeds and appropriate measures. Speed calming devices could increase noise complaints and will be costly. Illuminated signs are also costly in a 30mph road, with ongoing revenue implications. Due to the bus and delivery traffic along the road, speed cushions are likely to be the most 'impactive' measures that could be introduced.

• Casualty Data: 1 slight incident reported in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021) where a pedestrian was involved but speeding was not considered a contributing factor.

• Anticipated Costs: A high level estimate would be £50,000.

Priority 4

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CAVERSHAM

CHILTERN ROAD

20mph & speed calming

Whole length, but officers would recommend inclusion of streets linked from Chiltern Road, to achieve a cohesive scheme.

DETAILS

Request for 20mph and speed calming due to reported vehicle damage caused by vehicles driving inappropriately fast.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: It would be advisable to consider the wider area and not just this road in isolation. Speed surveys should be carried out to assess vehicle speeds before deciding where traffic calming features should be used.

• Casualty Data: No injury related accidents reported in the latest 3 year period (August 2021).

• Anticipated Costs: A very high level estimate would be £60,000.

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CAVERSHAM

CHURCH STREET

Lining alterations

At its junction with Hemdean Road

DETAILS

Request to review the lining on Church St to help reduce traffic build up caused by vehicles trying to turn right into Hemdean Road. A right turn filter lane was suggested.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: A detailed investigation will be required to determine what type of changes could be made to this junction. It is possible that this will not be feasible, given the width of road available.

• Casualty Data: 1 slight incident reported in the latest 3 year period (up to end May 2022) involving a pedestrian crossing near the garage.

• Anticipated Costs: A full investigation will need to be made to determine whether or not any lining changes can be made to improve traffic at this

location.

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CAVERSHAM

HEMDEAN ROAD

Zebra crossing

Near Caversham Primary School

DETAILS

From Councillors on behalf of resident and school. More children are coming to the school through Balmore Park and there are concerns about safety risks when crossing Hemdean Road to access the school.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: Some feasibility concerns at this location. The bus stop would need to move, which could be challenging in terms of avoiding visibility issues at the crossing. Speed cushions would likely need to be removed, but potential to locate new ones nearby. The parking outside the school needs to be removed (being considered as part of a Waiting Restriction Review Programme). There are two desire-lines for different aged pupils, so precise positioning will need to be considered.

• Casualty Data: No incidents reported in the latest 3 year period (up to end May 2022) between its junctions with Hemdean Hill and Grove Hill.

• Anticipated Costs: If a controlled crossing can be installed, a very high level estimate would be around £100,000, but could be considerably higher depending on any special engineering requirements. Detailed investigation is required.

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CAVERSHAM

PEPPARD ROAD

Pedestrian crossing

Near the Chiltern nursery

DETAILS

Request from Ward Councillor for a pedestrian crossing to make it safer for pedestrians to cross. Concerns raised about vehicles speeding in the area making it difficult to cross.

Nov 25 update: Additional request by Ward Councillor to review the road markings in this area in order to help slow down vehicle speeds.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: The grass verge on the west side of this road, as well as the trees (roots and canopy cover) will create challenges to installing a zebra crossing in this area, but there may be a feasible location nearby.

• Casualty Data: No accidents reported in this area during the latest 3 yea period (up to 30th April 2023).

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would need to take place before costs can be estimated. A high-level estimate for a 'standard' zebra crossing is £70k and there will be additional engineering work required to create a footway link at this location.

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CAVERSHAM

ST PETERS HILL/CHURCH RD

Pedestrian crossing

Near Caversham Court Gardens

DETAILS

Request to install a crossing facility in the vicinity of the gardens, due to concerns about pedestrian safety when crossing in this area.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: A detailed investigation would need to take place to determine if there is an appropriate location for a crossing in this area. There are bends in the road and a number of access points which will restrict locations for a crossing, which must have good visibility due to the high traffic volume in the area.

• Casualty Data:  No accidents have been reported in the area around Caversham Court Gardens in the latest 3 year period (up to June 2024).

• Anticipated Costs: A very high level estimate would be around £80k for a zebra crossing, however, a detailed investigation would need to take place and high-level concept of desirable (and feasible) measures developed before costings can be correctly estimated.

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CAVERSHAM HEIGHTS

ALBERT ROAD

Speed calming

Entire Length

DETAILS

Requested by Ward Councillor and follows a wide area survey of over 180 responses, undertaken by MP.

23 people raised Albert Road as their greatest area road safety concern with 16 supporting 20mph. It is a designated local cycling route on LCWIP.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: 20mph will require a robust set of physical features for compliance (making the restriction 'self-enforcing'). This comes with compromises, such as potential increases in road noise. This request also needs to be considered in the context of other requests in the area and adjacent streets/links should also be considered, which will significantly increase the area and resultant scheme costs. Speed calming and 20mph may create a beneficial reduction in the reported rat-running and overall traffic volumes.

• Casualty Data:  1 'slight' incident involving casualties recorded in the latest 3 year period of data (up to end of September 2022). Not specifically attributed to speeding.

• Anticipated Costs: A high-level estimate for delivering the core elements of a 20mph zone on Albert Road (TRO, signing, lining and an assumption of speed humps or cushions) is £160k.

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CAVERSHAM HEIGHTS

CONISBORO AVENUE / SANDCROFT ROAD

Signing

At the bend in the road, where the streets meet.

DETAILS

Councillor requested, on behalf of residents, the installation of 'bend in the road' advance warning signs and a 'no through road' sign for Conisboro Avenue, to the north of this

bend.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment:  Signs can be installed without illumination.

• Casualty Data: No incidents reported in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021).

• Anticipated Costs: A high level estimate would be £1500.

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CAVERSHAM HEIGHTS

UPPER WOODCOTE ROAD

Signing/Lining

The bend near Richmond Road

DETAILS

Resident has concerns about the safety of the bend near the junction with Richmond Road, stating that the police have told residents there is an adverse camber. Additional signs and refreshing existing lining could help highlight the bend.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: This location has a bend in the road and a junction with a right-turn filter lane. It is a wide section of road and is not significantly cambered, but is slightly barrelled across its profile. This is not a location with an evidenced road safety (casualty) issue and is not a high speed road. It is most likely that any incidents at this location are caused by motorists miss-judging their approach speed, the weather/road conditions or by intensions to cut the corner when the filter lane is being occupied. A review and potential improvement of the local warning signs and lining may be beneficial and of a relatively low cost. Lining condition is regularly inspected and will be refreshed as necessary.

• Casualty Data: No incidents recorded in the latest 3 year period of data (up to August 2021).

• Anticipated Costs: A high level estimate would be £2000

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CAVERSHAM HEIGHTS

UPPER WOODCOTE ROAD AND WOODCOTE ROAD

Speed Calming

General

DETAILS

Request from residents for measures to be put in place to prevent speeding, such as a speed indicator device.

Woodcote Road added, following additional complaints abou speeding.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: There would need to be consideration about whether there is a desire to lower the speed limit and whether speed survey data and the Police would support this. Traffic calming can be applied to 30mph roads, but will require illuminated signing, which will considerably increase the scheme costs (est. £5k per sign). The types of traffic calming features would also be restricted as this is a nationally-classified 'A' road, with othe feasibility challenges around the number of dropped vehicular crossings (driveway accesses) along the street. Following additional correspondence, Officers also recommend that Woodcote Road be considered as part of this request.

• Casualty Data: 4 slight and 1 serious incidents reported in the latest 3 year period (up to end May 2022). Of these, the serious incident listed speeding as a likely causation factor (Upper Woodcote Road, close to Shepherd's lane). 1 slight incident was on Woodcote Road.

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would be required before

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EMMER GREEN

GROVE ROAD

One way

The section between no 59-87 Grove Rd

DETAILS

Request to make this section one way, due to issues caused by vehicles entering both ends of Grove Road and forcing vehicles to reverse.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: This would require statutory consultation and may receive objections from residents.

• Casualty Data: 1 slight accident in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021) involving a pedestrian crossing the road.

• Anticipated Costs: A very high level estimate would be around £20,000.

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MULTIPLE: CAVERSHAM / THAMES

PROMENADE ROAD & CAVERSHAM ROAD ROUNDABOUT

Walking/Cycling Improvements

Promenade Road & Caversham Road Roundabout south of Caversham Bridge

DETAILS

Installation of dropped kerbs to aid access to Abbotsmead Place and Thames Path

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: This has arisen from the Cycle Forum.

• Casualty Data: N/A - this request relates to improved access.

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would be required before costs can be estimated as it would depend on the number of features installed.

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MULTIPLE: ABBEY / CAVERSHAM / THAMES

NCN 5

Cycle Improvements

Caversham

DETAILS

Improve cycle facilities along route 5, or alter route, as part of redevelopment of St Martin's Precinct, including improved signing (i.e. between Abbotsmead Place and Hemdean Road) and additional cycle parking. Diversion of route would

need to be agreed with Sustrans.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: This has arisen from the Cycle Forum.

• Casualty Data: N/A - this request relates to improved access.

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would be required before costs can be estimated.

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MULTIPLE: ABBEY / THAMES

CAVERSHAM ROAD

Walking/Cycling Improvements

South of Northfield Road

DETAILS

Cyclists are unable to turn right out of Northfield Road towards town - they have to navigate Caversham Road roundabout. Upgrade existing pedestrian crossings on Caversham Road (by Northfield Road) to toucan crossings.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: This has arisen from the Cycle Forum. This upgrade is hoped to be delivered, or at least funded, by development in this area but will remain on this list until this is confirmed.

• Casualty Data: 7 slight and 1 serious accidents reported on the Caversham Rd roundabout in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021) 4 of these incidents involved pedal cycles.

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would be required before  costs can be estimated, but it is hoped that this will be funded/delivered by development works in the vicinity.

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MULTIPLE: ABBEY / THAMES

WATLINGTON STREET & FORBURY ROAD

Cycle Facilities

Watlington Street & Forbury Road, providing linking to Christchurch Bridge via Kings Meadow

DETAILS

Reallocate road space to pedestrians and cyclists through provision of segregated facilities, potentially kerb segregated. This would link Reading Station with NCN 422, and the new development site near Kenavon Drive. A high quality, strategic cycle route could be developed here.

Induction loops at toucan crossings along Forbury Road and Watlington Street could be installed if not already in place.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: This has arisen from the Cycle Forum.

• Casualty Data: N/A

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would be required before costs can be estimated as it would depend on what measures can be installed.

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MULTIPLE: ABBEY / THAMES

WATLINGTON STREET/KINGS ROAD

Junction improvement (pedestrians)

Crossings at the meeting of Watlington Street/Forbury Road and Kings Road

DETAILS

Area Neighbourhood Officer has raised concerns regarding the inconsistency of tactile paving at the sites of the older traffic signal controlled pedestrian crossings.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: This work will likely require footway improvement works around the junction, in addition to the installation of tactile paving. This may be covered by future capital investment bids.

• Casualty Data: 2 slight and 1 serious incident reported in this area in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021). None involved pedestrians.

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would be required before

costs can be estimated as it would depend on the extent of the work needed.

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MULTIPLE: CAVERSHAM / THAMES

GOSBROOK ROAD

Footway and Junction improvements (vehicles & pedestrians)

Jcn Westfield Road

DETAILS

Resident has reported the issue with long vehicles turning left onto Westfield Road causing damage to wall of No.4, due to poor driving. Resident has asked for alteration to island or no-left-turn etc. to prevent this occurring. General concerns have been raised regarding the narrow footway width along Gosbrook Road.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: The size of the island was reduced when the traffic signals were removed from this junction. It reinforces the no-right-turn onto Gosbrook Road and houses illuminated signs. It also acts as an informal refuge island for pedestrians. These factors need to be taken into account if any alterations are being considered. Footway widening may be technically possible and will be of widespread benefit to pedestrians, but will be costly.

• Casualty Data: 3 slight incidents reported near the junction in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021). 1 vehicle failed to give way, one was distracted and one failed to indicate left.

• Anticipated Costs: A detailed investigation would be required before costs can be estimated as it would depend on what features can be installed and what underground services may be impacted by the necessary civil engineering works.

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MULTIPLE: CAVERSHAM / THAMES

SCHOOL LANE

Vehicle restriction

Entire road

DETAILS

Request to prevent vehicles from using School Lane by installing bollards at each end. It is a single lane road with no pavements and is used regularly by cyclists and pedestrians. Concerns that the development of the New Directions site could increase the number of vehicles using this lane and risk pedestrian and cyclist safety.

OFFICER COMMENTS

• Comment: Bollards would prevent cars entering the road, however, the features need to remain accessible for mobility aids and pushchairs etc., so could still be open to potential abuse by smaller motorised vehicles. We also need to ensure that any proposal doesn't create additional obstacles for those with impaired vision. This will likely require a TRO motor vehicle prohibition to be consulted and implemented.

• Casualty Data: No accidents reported in the latest 3 year period (up to August 2021).

• Anticipated Costs: A very high level estimate would be £6k.

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