New traffic schemes to tackle out-of-borough cars

Hammersmith and Fulham Council to roll out new traffic schemes to tackle out-of-borough cars

Hammersmith and Fulham Council is set to introduce new traffic schemes across the borough to combat the issue of out-of-borough cars using residential streets. The initiative aims to reduce traffic volumes, improve air quality, and enhance the quality of life for residents.

The council will work with residents to identify areas where traffic from outside the borough is causing problems, with bespoke mitigation measures to be designed for these locations. These measures will be developed using data on traffic volumes, air quality, and health outcomes, and will be created in genuine partnership with residents, with feedback actively shaping their design and operation throughout. Councillor Nicole Trehy, Cabinet Member for Climate Emergency and Travel, stated that the council will work with residents across the borough to identify further areas where out-of-burrow traffic is causing harm and design bespoke mitigations for such areas with local communities.

The initiative follows successful trials in South Fulham, Rivercourt Road, and Wormholt, which have reportedly led to reduced traffic, improved air quality, and a better living environment for residents. Councillor Roseanne Meacher, Deputy Cabinet Member for Upstream London, highlighted the success of the South Fulham Clean Air Neighbourhood, which has reportedly reduced overall traffic by 23 per cent and removed 15,000 vehicles per day from residential streets. She added that these schemes were developed in partnership with residents, with feedback actively shaping their design and operation.

These new neighbourhood improvement schemes will remain inclusive, with free access for all Hammersmith and Fulham residents and their visitors. Automatic exemptions will be in place for carers, emergency services, black cabs, ride-hailing taxis, and essential deliveries. The council also plans to engage with local businesses to ensure the schemes benefit everyone, with ongoing engagement planned to address concerns regarding deliveries and customer access.

The council's commitment to improving neighbourhoods through traffic reduction schemes was discussed at a Full Council meeting on Wednesday 21 October 2026. The relevant documentation can be found in the Public reports pack.