06/11/2026
Morning, received an update from the council for you
Dear Cllr Cooke,
Re your enquiry about Highways / New road signs, linings or bollards, One Way System - Whitleigh Green,
Thank you for your enquiry regarding the possibility of introducing a one-way system within the Whitleigh Green car park, and for sharing your concerns regarding the location of the new zebra crossing.
The location of the crossing was determined following consideration of a number of factors, particularly the need to provide a convenient and accessible link between the Local Centre at Whitleigh Green and the doctor's surgery to the south for residents approaching from both the east and west. The crossing is intended to help reduce the community severance created by Budshead Road and improve pedestrian connectivity.
It should be noted that there was previously a dropped kerb crossing point at the same location as the new zebra crossing. Visibility for approaching vehicles is good and, as there is only a single lane of traffic in each direction through the crossing, the Belisha beacons are clearly visible to drivers. High-intensity LED Belisha beacons have been installed, which are brighter than standard units and improve visibility even in bright daylight conditions. In addition, the crossing is floodlit to ensure pedestrians waiting to cross can be seen during hours of darkness. Temporary warning signs have also been erected on all approaches, including the car park access road, advising drivers that there is a new zebra crossing ahead.
Current design standards require a minimum distance of 5 metres between a vehicle waiting to turn right out of the car park access road and the zebra crossing. The actual distance provided is approximately 9 metres. The crossing design has also been subject to an independent Road Safety Audit, which did not identify any concerns regarding its location.
Following completion of the works, a further Road Safety Audit is being arranged to review the scheme in operation and identify whether any additional measures are required.
With regard to the suggestion of introducing a one-way system within the car park, we appreciate the feedback and acknowledge that some residents felt the temporary arrangement worked well during the construction period. However, as this is a newly completed scheme, we would not propose making any further changes at this stage. It is important that the layout is given sufficient time to operate as intended so that its performance can be properly monitored and assessed. Any future changes would be considered in light of operational experience, safety observations, and the findings of the post-completion Road Safety Audit.
I hope this explains the current position. Thank you for taking the time to share your comments.
I trust that this is a satisfactory response but look forward to being of further assistance should you require any further information.
