Safer, Better Streets - Elm Grove at Hampden Road and Bonchurch Road
We’re looking to improve the junctions with Hampden Road and Bonchurch Road as part of our Safer, Better Streets programme.
Every year we assess requests for safety improvements all over the city, using our 'Safer, Better Streets’ assessment process.
The proposed improvements at Hampden Road include:
- Upgrading the pedestrian crossing to a signalised crossing
- Widening the pavements around the mouth of Hampden Road to improve the pedestrian experience and shorten crossing distances
- New grass verges on either side of Elm Grove
- A rain garden to absorb excess rainfall
The proposed improvements at Bonchurch Road include:
- Improving accessibility by adding dropped kerbs and tactile paving
- Upgrading the island for use as a pedestrian crossing
We want to hear your views
The survey is open until 2 September 2024 and should take no more than 5 minutes to complete.
You can find more information on our Safer, Better Streets webpage, including how you can request a road safety improvement.
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Consultation Results
Thank you for participating in our consultation on the Elm Grove/Bonchurch Road and Elm Grove/Hampden Road improvements.
The consultation received 67 responses from residents and stakeholders.
The responses indicate the majority of residents feel that the current layout of the road is unsafe and support the proposals presented in this consultation. The new signalised crossing and sustainable drainage with associated greening are for the most part positively received by respondents.
Increased safety and amenity are felt to be the most significant benefits of the scheme, while criticisms are centred around lack of vehicle speed reduction and possible congestion.