Decision details

The Committee received a report from the Highways Manager which detailed the speed surveys undertaken in Heathpark Drive. As a result, it would be very difficult to justify the introduction of costly traffic calming measures when many other roads in Surrey Heath have a much poorer safety record. 

Members recognised that Government policy states that signage alone does not work and that the Highways team had done a good job in compiling the report but voted unanimously for an amendment to the recommendations (proposed by Cllr Goodman and seconded by Cllr V Chapman).

The Local Committee (Surrey Heath) noted that:

(i)    Traffic survey data indicates a good level of driver compliance with the 30mph speed limit on Heathpark Drive and suggests the existing speed limit is appropriate,

(ii)  Implementation of a lower speed limit would require traffic calming measures to be introduced to meet Surrey County Council policy, however Surrey County Council will, when money becomes available, consider implementation of a suitable, affordable scheme.

(iii)  Collision data indicated there have been no personal injury collisions in Heathpark Drive, Birch Road or Oakwood Road since 1999 (earliest available data) and the roads have a very good safety record compared to many other locations in Surrey Heath.

The Local Committee (Surrey Heath) agreed that:

(iv)The existing 30mph speed limit in Heathpark Drive, Birch Road and Oakwood Road, Windlesham should be retained and no further action taken until funds become available.