The scheme is being funded by Transport for London (TfL) and a further bid has been made for money to complete the scheme in 2010/11. The South of the Borough Neighbourhood Committee considered the scheme on 3 December 2008 and supported the proposals subject to finding out the views of local residents. You are able to view the agenda and the minutes using the link at the bottom of the page.
If there is support from this consultation, the works at the junction with Sopwith Avenue will start in May 2009. The timescale for the signalled crossings will be dependant upon TfL who deal with the design and installation of traffic signals.
For more information about the scheme, please contact Paul Dearman at paul.dearman@rbk.kingston.gov.uk or on 020 8547 4692
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| 1. Conflict between vehicles using Sopwith Avenue and the North Parade Service road will be stopped | 1. There will be no right turn from Bridge Road into the North Parade service road for Hook bound traffic |
| 2. Reduction in number of vehicles turning right at Sopwith Avenue. | |
| 3. Simplified layout resulting in a better pedestrian environment |
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| 1. Additional stop for local residents | 1. Loss of two parking spaces |
| 2. Possible traffic congestion caused by additional stop |
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| 1. New crossing linking the stations, bus stops and surrounding residential areas | 1. Loss of approximately eight parking spaces |
| 2. Additional set of signals could cause extra traffic congestion. |
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| 1. Cyclists are able to use the new crossing | 1. Loss of two parking spaces |
| 2. Simplified layout for pedestrians resulting in a better environment | 2. Possible conflict between pedestrians and cyclists. |
| 3. Extension to existing crossing central island to provide a central refuge for pedestrians | |
| 4. Improved visibility to the right for pedestrians crossing from the ex Indian restaurant to the remodelled pedestrian island |
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| 1. Improving access to the new bus stop | 1. Loss of approximately six parking spaces |
| 2. Improving access to the local area and Ellingham Primary School | 2. Additional set of signals could cause extra traffic congestion. |
The Co-Chairs of the South of the Borough Neighbourhood Committee and the Ward Councillors for Chessington South and Chessington North and Hook will consider the results of the consultation. If there is support for the scheme, work will start in May 2009.
This page will be updated as the scheme progresses.