Thousands of potential 20 mph zones flagged by Edinburgh residents
Thousands of Edinburgh streets have been flagged up by residents for potentially being lowered to a 20 mile per hour speed limit
Last updated 17th Jan 2023
Thousands of people in Edinburgh have shared their views on 20 mile per hour zones in the Capital.
A Council consultation has so far had 2270 respondents, with the local authority keen to extend the network across the city.
The consultation has allowed locals to comment on street which they feel could benefit from having it's speed limits lowered.
3055 separate locations in Edinburgh have been flagged by residents.
A further 997 rural roads have been highlighted for requiring a lowered speed limit - although not to 20mph - most of these are currently 60mph.
Councillor Scott Arthur, Transport and Environment Convener, said: “Making the city safer is a matter for everyone so I’m pleased so many people have already shared their views on our proposals for slower, safer speeds on our roads.
“I know the appetite for lower speed limits is continuing to grow, especially following the roll-out of 20mph speed limits across the city in 2018.
"Since then the benefits have been made clear – independent experts said the number of casualties and road traffic collisions have dropped as a result of the current 20 mph scheme, and we can all see the change has created more relaxing streets to live in, visit and spend time in.
“There’s still plenty of time to share your views in the online consultation online, or come along to one of the drop-in events to find out more.”
There are a series of drop-ins starting today, where people can find out more :
Newington Library, Tuesday 17 January, 11- 1 pm
Edinburgh College, Granton Hub, Wednesday 18 January, 11.30 – 2 pm
Portobello Library, Wednesday 25 January, 11 – 1 pm