A programme of 14 cycle contraflows on the following one-way streets in Plymouth were implemented in February and March 2022.
One-way streets are implemented for a range of reasons where two-way motorised traffic flow is not suitable, whether that's to improve traffic flow, reduce rat-running through residential streets, or improve safety.
However, this can create a real barrier for cycling so this package of contraflow schemes can help make a switch to cycling that little bit more attractive for residents.
Road transport represents almost one third of the city’s carbon emissions and this package, along with the wider programme of walking and cycling infrastructure improvements, will help provide a safer, healthier, more prosperous and sustainable city to help address the Climate Emergency. All work was funded through the Department for Transport's Active Travel Fund programme.
Streets that will be affected
- Compton: Crowndale Avenue
- Greenbank: Amity Place, Camden Street, Mount Street, Prospect Street
- Mutley: Apsley Road, Gordon Terrace, Maple Grove, Napier Terrace
- Mannamead: Elm Road, Meadfoot Terrace
- Stonehouse: Admirals Hard, St Mary Street
- The Hoe: Citadel Road