Speedwatch
Speedwatch Campaign
The safety of our roads is a top priority for Nuthurst Parish Council. The Speedwatch campaign helps reduce speeding in the parish and makes our streets safer for everyone.
What is Speedwatch?
Speedwatch is a community-led initiative where trained volunteers monitor vehicle speeds in key locations, such as near schools, busy junctions, and residential areas. Volunteers use approved equipment to record speeding vehicles, raising awareness and encouraging drivers to slow down.
Why It Matters
Speeding poses a serious risk to pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. Speedwatch helps:
Protect children and pedestrians in residential areas
Encourage responsible driving
Identify speed hotspots for future safety improvements
Get Involved
Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Training is provided, and most volunteers commit just a few hours each month.
To join or learn more, email: clerk@nuthurst-pc.gov.uk.
Keeping Nuthurst Roads Safe: Speedwatch & SID Data
Nuthurst Parish Council is committed to making our roads safer. As part of this effort, we operate four Speed Indication Devices (SIDs) along the A281, helping to reduce speeding and raise awareness among drivers.
What Are SIDs?
Speed Indication Devices are electronic signs that display the speed of approaching vehicles. They provide instant feedback to drivers, encouraging them to slow down in areas where speeding is a concern. The devices are managed and monitored by the Parish Council.
How Our Roads Are Performing
Thanks to the SIDs, we can track vehicle speeds along the A281 and identify trends. Here is the latest speed data collected from our four devices: