From Monday, work on the first of a series of improvements at three junctions will begin – following resident feedback backing the proposals to introduce continuous pavement crossings at three locations and reducing the speed limit to 20mph on surrounding roads.
The project, part of our plans for a cleaner, greener and safer borough, follows feedback from over 200 residents last April and will introduce a pavement-style ramp at the junction of the roads that gives priority to pedestrians by allowing them to continue walking, and encourages turning vehicles to look and slow down by crossing the raised area.
Funded by Active Travel England and developer funding, they will be introduced at the junctions of Cordwallis Road, St Lukes Road and the B4447 Cookham Road, Australia Avenue and the B4447 Cookham Road and between St Lukes Road and the A308 this winter.
While providing a continuous crossing point for those on foot, vehicles will be able to turn as normal into each road.
To safely make the changes, road closures will be put in place at each junction, starting at the intersection of Cordwallis Road, St Lukes Road and the B4447 Cookham Road for four weeks from Monday, 21 October.
This will be followed by shorter road closures at the junction of St Lukes Road and the A308 Marlow Road between 18-29 November, and at the intersection of Australia Avenue and the B4447 Cookham Road from 2-12 December.
A short, signed diversion route will be in place during the work, with access for residents from the end of each road.
Cllr Geoff Hill, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport said: “We’ve listened to residents who told us they wanted to see these innovative measures introduced to calm traffic and make it easier for pedestrians in the Norfolk Park area.
“I’m excited that this project is now coming to life and will help us to deliver a cleaner, greener and safer borough for everyone.”
Following the introduction of the continuous crossings, a 20mph speed limit will be introduced at the following roads in January:
- Australia Avenue
- Clivemont Road (southern part of)
- Cordwallis Street
- Cordwallis Road
- Denmark Street
- Fairford Road
- Norfolk Road
- Norfolk Park Cottages
- Risborough Road
- St Luke's Road
- Vicarage Road.
You can see more information about the project on the RBWM Together Transport Hub.
