West and east Greenwich neighbourhood management trial begins 27 November

Traffic calming measures will be introduced in west and east Greenwich from 27 November as part of a trial to reduce congestion, improve air pollution and road safety. The project will help to make the area safer, more accessible and attractive for people to walk and cycle, by reducing the amount of non-residential traffic passing through the area.

A Council spokesperson said: “In addition to having one of the highest rates of childhood obesity in London, we also have the fourth highest number of babies being admitted to hospitals for respiratory tract infections, and this scheme is an important part of tackling these issues in west and east Greenwich. Tackling air pollution, reducing traffic congestion and improving road safety in these areas is vital to protect the health and wellbeing of our residents. 

“We’ve been working closely with the community to develop this scheme, engaging with over 9,200 households and businesses, and getting their feedback on their concerns about through traffic and poor air quality in both neighbourhoods. We listened carefully to what local people told us and have used that feedback to shape the trial, including making the restrictions part-time and offering an expanded range of exemptions.”

The trial will begin on Wednesday 27 November 2024, and will include the following measures:

• Part-time camera-controlled restrictions on weekdays during peak hours (7am to 10am and 3pm to 7pm) to stop through traffic on certain roads in west and east Greenwich; and 
• extended exemptions for Blue Badge holders, taxis, private hire vehicles, Council refuse vehicles, and individuals or community groups with special circumstances such as children with special education needs 

Roads with restrictions 

East Greenwich
• Westcombe Hill (junction with Station Crescent) – bus gate
• Halstow Road – Camera enforced traffic filter
• Vanbrugh Hill (junction with Dinsdale Road) – bus gate
• Maze Hill (junction with Tom Smith Close) – Camera enforced traffic filter
• St Johns Park (junction with Vanbrugh Park) - Camera enforced traffic filter
• Langton Way (junction with Old Dover Road) – Camera enforced traffic filter

West Greenwich
• Crooms Hill (junction with Burney Street) – Camera enforced traffic filter
• Circus Street (junction with Royal Hill) – Camera enforced traffic filter
• Royal Hill (junction with Royal Place) – Camera enforced traffic filter
• Royal Hill (junction with Point Hill) – Camera enforced traffic filter
• Winforton Street (junction with Point Hill) – Camera enforced traffic filter
• Maidenstone Hill (junction with Point Hill) – Camera enforced traffic filter
• Lindsell Street (junction with Greenwich South Street) – no entry (into Lindsell Street)

Please note:

• Roads with restrictions will remain fully accessible to pedestrians, cyclists and wheelchair users.
• Every address will still be accessible by car, though some drivers may need to take alternate routes.
• The trial will last for a maximum of 18 months. The public can provide feedback on the changes during the first six months of the trial. Traffic data gathered during the trial and all of the feedback received from local people will be carefully considered before a decision is made on whether to keep, remove or change the trial scheme.
• Full details on exemption criteria and how to apply can be found at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/traffic-management-scheme

How to give your feedback:

We want residents and stakeholders in west and east Greenwich to share their feedback. Here’s how:

• Online survey: visit royalgreenwich.gov.uk/greener-safer-greenwich to share your thoughts and experiences during the trial.
• Paper survey: Request a paper survey by emailing traffic.management@royalgreenwich.gov.uk or picking one up at West Greenwich and Greenwich Centre libraries 
• Upcoming events: We’ll be holding in-person events where you can meet Council officers, ask questions and give feedback on the trial. All dates and locations will be published on the Council’s website, our consultation portal and social media channels. You can register at royalgreenwich.gov.uk/greener-safer-greenwich to receive updates on the project and upcoming events.