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Traffic Calming

Traffic speeds are already low on most streets, but there are a few where traffic calming is needed. On Osney Island, this also helps give priority to pedestrians and cyclists going east-west.

Ferry Hinksey Road humps: relay them closer together, and widen pavement by planters

Ferry Hinksey Road humps: relay them closer together, widen pavement, and convert traffic island into pedestrian refuge

Bridge Street / North Street: Change priorities so Bridge Street gives way, and build out pavements

Bridge Street – traffic island to slow traffic half way along

Bridge Street / South Street: Change priorities to slow traffic on Bridge Street, and build out pavements

Mill Street: move parking to west side for initial stretch, or make a build-out outside The Kite

Mill Street / Barrett St: build out pavement to slow the traffic