Have your say on reducing the speed limit to 40km/h in Norwood and Kent Town

Mayor Robert Bria said a reduction from 50km/h to 40km/h was a proposal the Council was considering as a way improve safety for all road users.

“Slower speeds are often associated with safer streets and neighbourhoods,” Mayor Bria said.

“A reduced speed limit also has the potential to create a better balance between traffic flows and safety.”

Mayor Bria said a 40km/h area speed limit was implemented successfully in Stepney, Maylands and Evandale in 2019.

A selection of these streets were evaluated in 2020 which identified a successful outcome with mean speeds reducing by up to 4km/h.

“There are many ways for ratepayers and residents to have their say and provide their thoughts to the Council,” Mayor Bria said.

Residents, home-owners and businesses in Norwood and Kent Town will receive a postcard with a QR Code and link to the Council’s website that will provide details of the proposal and a short on-line survey.  

“The Council knows that while speed limit reductions can improve road safety, they have not always been welcomed by some citizens for a variety of reasons,” Mayor Bria said.

“This consultation will help to get a better sense of community sentiment in regards to introducing reduced speed limits in Kent Town and Norwood,” he said.

For community members who don’t use computers, hard copies of the survey are available by calling the Council on 8366 4555.

The consultation period closes on 21 June and a report will be presented to the Council detailing the outcomes of the community consultation.

For more information please visit: www.npsp.com.au/consultation

Media enquiries: Mayor Robert Bria on 0431 754 077