Summary
Where: Wessex Lane
What: Improvements to pedestrian, cycle, and bus facilities as well as the introduction of traffic calming measures
When: Completed October 2023
Why: To make it easier for people to access Swaythling Railway Station, Woodmill Lane and the University of Southampton by bus, cycle, e-scooter, walking or wheeling.
Project Details
The scheme was carried out in two phases.
Phase 1:
Introduction of traffic calming measures in the form of a new 20mph speed restriction throughout the area and two new speed humps near Connaught and Montefiore Halls of Residence. New pedestrian crossings for enhanced links for walking, and more convenient and safe crossing for pedestrians accessing Swaythling Railway Station and the bus stop have also been implemented. These improvements link with the relocation of the bus stop from near the Fleming Arms closer to Swaythling Railway Station, improving accessibility for all users, who are now able to clearly see a safe crossing to and from the bus stop.
Phase 2:
- Removing the existing traffic island at the junction and implementation of new continuous crossing for pedestrians.
- Footway widening either side of the junction to accommodate the heavy footfall.
- New pedestrian crossing and refuge island just south of the junction.
- Surface water drainage remedial works.