high-speed incidents
Kingston Council has approved new traffic calming measures to address speeding in the south of the borough, following recent data collection.
The Royal Borough of Kingston's South of the Borough Neighbourhood Committee approved the installation of Speed Indicator Devices, speed cushions, and speed tables in November 2026. These measures are intended to address speeding in various locations across the south of the borough, with implementation subject to local engagement. This decision forms part of the council's wider 20mph speed limit programme.
During the committee's discussions, questions were raised regarding the accuracy of speed data collected on Mount Road in July 2026. This data indicated average speeds of over 22mph and 85th percentile speeds approaching 28mph. Residents also proposed alternative traffic calming solutions for consideration.
Key facts
- Kingston's South of the Borough Neighbourhood Committee approved Speed Indicator Devices, speed cushions, and speed tables in November 2026. Source
- Speed data collected on Mount Road in July 2026 showed an average speed of 22.4mph northbound. Source
- The 85th percentile speed on Mount Road northbound was 27.7mph, based on July 2026 data. Source
- The approved traffic calming measures are subject to local engagement. Source
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