Nansledan 20mph and 30mph Speed Limits
We are proposing to introduce new speed limits on roads in the Nansledan area.
What are we consulting on?
Cornwall Council intends to reduce the existing speed limit to 20mph along the eastern section of the Newquay Strategic Route and within Phase 6 of the Nansledan Development, encompassing all residential roads located south of Rialton Road. The proposal also includes extending the current 30mph speed limit on the A3059 to cover the accesses into the new residential development.
Why are we doing this?
Following engagement with residents and stakeholders, concerns have been raised about traffic speeds and pedestrian safety since the Newquay Strategic Route (NSR) was opened to through traffic. In response, Cornwall Council is proposing speed limit changes.
The proposal introduces a 20mph speed limit along the north-eastern arm of the NSR, from roundabout to roundabout, replacing the existing 30mph limit. This change supports Cornwall’s wider 20mph rollout initiative, aiming to simplify signage and enhance safety for all road users.
It is considered that implementing a 20mph limit in these areas will make a major contribution towards improving road safety, especially for vulnerable road users and for traffic using these roads. This, in turn, will aid in the achievement of the Council’s ‘Vision Zero’ goal – working towards the prevention of all fatal and serious injuries on the county road network.
The imposition of 20mph speed limits in these locations should also improve the amenity of these areas and assist in encouraging a transition towards individuals using active travel, particularly for local journeys, resulting in increased journey time reliability and healthier communities. Severance by traffic will also be reduced, facilitating a greater use of local community facilities and enabling more liveable streets. As well as encouraging more social interaction, this may also be beneficial to the local economy.
As part of this scheme, a future consultation will also be held to gather feedback on pedestrian facility improvements along the eastern arm of the NSR.
To view full details of the scheme and the legal Traffic Order, please visit our Appyway Platform (link available under the ‘Documents’ section, under ‘Traffic Order Details’ ). 👉
Next steps
Once the Consultation finishes on the 12th of September, we will collate the feedback and traffic data to decide what to do next.
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Alternatively, you can email Cormac Infrastructure Design at traffic@cormacltd.co.uk or post a response to Cormac Infrastructure Design, Corserv Solutions Ltd, Radnor Road, Scorrier, Redruth, TR16 5EH. When emailing or responding by post, please quote the following scheme reference Infra25-241 Nansledan. All responses must be received by the 12th September 2025.
