The Brixton Hill LTN was introduced in September 2023 through an Experimental Traffic Order, which we want to replace with a new permanent traffic order.
The experimental scheme used traffic filters to restrict certain vehicles from entering the LTN, while ensuring all premises remain accessible by motor vehicles.
There will be no changes to the physical layout of the LTN or existing access to local streets.
A 30-minute waiting time in Lyham Road has also been introduced to limit the number of vehicles parking at the kerbside and new bin sheds on New Park Road have been installed to make waste management simpler and less visible.
Launched as part of the borough’s Low Traffic Neighbourhood programme, Brixton Hill LTN aimed at reducing through-traffic and motor vehicle speeds, improving air quality, enhancing safety, and supporting sustainable travel.
The Council is now looking to make the scheme permanent, following evidence collected during monitoring of a range of effects in the local area.
The positive results included:
- A 58% decrease in traffic within the LTN
- An overall 4% net traffic reduction
- An 83% drop in vehicles exceeding speed limits within the neighbourhood
Cycling has surged, with increases of 27% across the LTN, including an 82% rise on Lambert Road. Air quality impacts have also been positive, with negligible changes in sensitive areas and moderate improvements on Brixton Hill. Across the borough, air quality is improving.
To support local businesses, the Council made adjustments during the trial such as creating a new loading bay and revising parking spaces near traffic filters.
Exemptions for emergency services, Blue Badge holders, and other essential users were included, balancing accessibility with traffic reduction goals. These exemptions will continue in the permanent scheme.
Deputy leader Cllr Rezina Chowdhury, cabinet member for Sustainable Lambeth and Clean Air, said: “Brixton Hill LTN has been a great success and the effects are clear. There are now fewer vehicle journeys overall and a significant increase in the number of people walking, cycling, wheeling or scooting.
“Lambeth Council is transforming streets across the borough to make them safer, calmer and cleaner. The Brixton Hill LTN is a great example of how working with local communities can achieve benefits for everyone.”
