Safer Streets in Kensington Gardens and Magill (part)

Road trauma has a devastating effect on the community. From minor dings that cost both time and money to major incidents involving loss of life or serious injuries. There are steps that the community and Council can take to reduce the severity of road trauma.

Speed humps, roundabouts, and similar traffic-slowing devices can be useful to reduce speed in the immediate locations in which they are installed, however they do not have a benefit more broadly as they tend to push traffic into neighbouring streets.

The introduction of a 40 km/h area is a more equitable and cost-effective solution that allows safe options for all people to enjoy their streets and can avoid the need for excessive traffic management devices.

• Provide a safer road environment for pedestrians and cyclists on local roads, and
• Reduce the likelihood and severity of crashes.

Source: Austroads. Survivability rates vary significantly based on a number of factors and scenarios. Data taken from Research Report AP-R560-18 published in March 2018 by Austroads - the Association of Australian and New Zealand Road Transport and Traffic Authorities

The state government's planning strategy encourages more urban infill and higher density living in inner suburban areas. Based on this strategy, and projected population growth, an additional 2,147 dwellings will be required across the City by 2041. Higher density means more people on the roads and the risks of an incident occurring increases.

Proposed 40 km/h speed limits in residential streets of Kensington Gardens and Magill (part)

A reduced speed limit - from 50 km/h to 40 km/h - is proposed for the local roads in Kensington Gardens and Magill (part), in the area bound by the state government controlled roads Magill Road, Penfold Road, The Parade and Glynburn Road.

The speed limits on the state controlled 'boundary' roads - - will not be altered as part of this engagement process.

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