Birdham Community Speed Watch Group, March 2024

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The CSW group has deployed the Parish Council’s Speed Indicator Device (SID) in locations around the village and have obtained statistics on vehicle use and speeds.

The SID deployment in Bell Lane (40mph speed limit) provided the following data:

16 Jan’ to 4 March = 174,168 vehicles, average speed 35.75mph.

Maximum speed recorded was 107mph, with several recordings of 90mph and above.

The SID was then deployed in Crooked Lane near the school (30mph speed limit)

4 March to 20 March = 14,321 vehicles, average speed was 22.25mph

Maximum speed recorded was 48mph.

The data from SID has been shared with the Chichester Police for their information/action.

It is planned to post the full SID dataset onto the Parish Website once the site has been upgraded.

The group will continue to undertake roadside traffic monitoring sessions which are essential to keep our local roads safe for all users.

The group is keen to welcome new members which will enable more sessions to be undertaken. Training will be provided and if you are interested in joining please contact Mike Evans, 01243 514095, or the Parish Clerk.