Wadebridge & Padstow Community Network Area: 20mph Speed Limits

Decision following consultation.

A high proportion of the responses received were in support of the proposals to reduce the speed limit within residential areas, with many requests for extensions. Some objections were received from respondents who were concerned about extended journey times, driver frustration, lack of enforcement and the belief that any benefits to safety and air quality remained unproven.

Several respondents suggested that funds would be better spent maintaining the network, particularly by repairing potholes. However, money allocated for local safety schemes is restricted to projects that specifically improve road safety. It cannot be used for general maintenance such as potholes as these are funded from a separate budget.

A number of requests were made for a 20mph speed limit on Worthy Hill and on the road through Trebetherick from Trewint Lane to Polzeath. However, this is a relatively busy route with no streetlights where compliance with a reduced speed limit is likely to be low without traffic calming features, which cannot be delivered as part of this scheme.

A number of requests were also made for West Hill, Bodieve Road and Egloshayle Road in Wadebridge to be included in the 20mph limit. These roads are busy commuter routes and are relatively open in nature. As a result, compliance with a reduced speed limit is likely be low and could divert attention from roads where pedestrian and cycle activity is higher and lower speeds are more critical.

After consideration of the responses received, it has been decided that the proposals in the following locations will be implemented as advertised:

SN101 Constantine Bay, SN102 St Merryn, SN103 Trevone, SN104 Padstow & Treator SN105 Rock,

SN106 Splatt & Penmayne, SN107 Pityme & Tredrizzick, SN108 St Minver, SN109 Trebetherick,

SN110 Polzeath, SN111 Trelights, SN113 St Kew Highway, SN114 St Tudy, SN115 St Mabyn,

SN116 Burlawn, SN117 Wadebridge, SN118 Whitecross, SN119 St Issey, SN120 Rumford,

SN121 Penrose, SN122 Longstone, SN123 Porthcothan.

Following comments received during the consultation it was decided to extend the 20mph limit in Port Isaac to include Port Gaverne, and to extend the 30mph limit to cover Trewetha.

Please see site notice SN112 Port Isaac S01 for details.

Our works programme indicates that construction will start on site in September 2026. Please note that any new speed restrictions will not come into effect until all the necessary works have been carried out on site.

Further information regarding speed limits within Cornwall can be viewed at https://streets.appyway.com/cornwall

What are we consulting on?

Cornwall Council is planning to introduce a 20mph speed limit on most residential streets within the Wadebridge & Padstow Community Network Area. This decision follows strong local support from these communities. Where necessary, buffer zones will also be added on approach to these areas. For full details of the proposed locations, please refer to the supporting documentation.

Why are we doing this?

Introducing a 20mph speed limit in these areas will make our streets safer,especially for pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users. This change supports Cornwall Council’s Vision Zero goal: working towards eliminating all fatal and serious injuries on our roads.

Lower speeds don’t just improve safety, they make our communities better places to live. Slower traffic encourages more walking and cycling for local journeys, reduces traffic noise, and improves air quality. It also helps create more reliable travel times and healthier, more connected communities.

By reducing the dominance of traffic, we can make streets more sociable, support local businesses, and give everyone easier access to community facilities. Plus, fewer harsh accelerations and braking mean cleaner air and quieter roads, benefiting both residents and visitors.

To view details of the proposals, please view the Site Notices section.👉

To view the legal Traffic Orders, please visit the Appyway Platform (Links located under the Traffic Order Details section). 👉

Find out more!

For information about 20mph speed limits, including our approach, the cost of the programme, and the benefits of lower speed limits, please visit the Cornwall Council website at:

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/transport-parking-and-streets/roads-highways-and-pavements/20mph-speed-limits/

Next steps

Once the consultation ends, we’ll review all feedback and decide how to move forward.

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