Kennington Triangle comes under microscope in Lambeth traffic survey

By Robert Firth, Local Democracy Reporter

Traffic restrictions could be introduced in more streets in Kennington under plans revealed by Lambeth council.

Consultation has begun with residents and businesses living in the Kennington Triangle about possible changes to reduce traffic and speeds in roads.

The area covered by the proposed scheme includes the Imperial War Museum and the Cinema Museum, and is bordered by Kennington Lane, Kennington Road, Lambeth Road, the A3 and the A302.

After an initial period of consultation finishes in April, the council will draw up detailed plans for any traffic restrictions.

They will then come into force through a trial lasting between six and 18 months. During this period data will be collected by the council and compared with pre-trial statistics to monitor how effective any restrictions have been in improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Other intended aims of the scheme, dubbed a Healthy Neighbourhood, include ensuring residents can access their homes when needed and encouraging people to walk and cycle more.

Depending on feedback received from residents, the traffic restrictions could then be implemented permanently.

Cllr Rezina Chowdhury, deputy leader of Lambeth council, said: “Over the next few weeks the council will be speaking to the community to find out exactly what they want to see as part of this new Healthy Neighbourhood trial.

“We want people to tell us what they want improved in their local area as part of this scheme, whether it’s more trees and greenery or reduced road danger.

“Healthy neighbourhoods can help rebalance local streets, so people are put first. I look forward to looking at the feedback over the next couple of months and working with the community to come up with designs for the initial trial period.”

Pictured top: Cllr Chowdhury, who is keen to hear more from residents about potential new restrictions (Picture: Lambeth council)