Implement 20mph speed limit on Chapel Hill Tilehurst
The Issue
As a resident of Chapel Hill, Tilehurst, I am writing with deep concern about the safety of our community due to the increasing number of motorists using Chapel Hill, particularly the Park Lane end, as a rat run. These drivers often speed through our neighbourhood, creating a hazardous environment for families and children who reside here. The current situation is not only worrisome but poses an immediate threat to the safety and peace of mind for the residents living along this road.
Our close-knit community should be a safe haven, not a perilous throughway for those looking to cut a few minutes off their travel time. Each week, I witness several close calls, where speeding cars barely manage to avoid pedestrians, cyclists, and even other vehicles. The situation is untenable and risks increasing unless we take proactive measures to address it.
To ensure the safety of all residents and to maintain the tranquility of Chapel Hill, we propose the implementation of a 20mph speed limit. Such a measure is critical in slowing down traffic, reducing the likelihood and severity of accidents, and ultimately, creating safer streets for everyone. Importantly, this lower speed limit is a proven solution used successfully in other residential areas across the UK, which have seen a significant reduction in pedestrian accidents and improved community wellbeing.
Action must be taken swiftly. In support of the proposed speed limit, statistics from similar communities indicate a remarkable decrease in road accidents and casualties by up to 40%, just by implementing a 20mph speed zone. These figures exemplify the life-saving potential of a reduced speed limit.
Furthermore, we are calling upon the local council and traffic authorities to prioritize this issue by installing proper signage and increasing visibility to ensure that the new speed limit is respected by all road users. Enforcement measures such as speed cameras could also play a pivotal role in maintaining compliance.
We urge everyone who values the safety of our community to join this cause. By signing this petition, you are voicing your support for a safer Chapel Hill Tilehurst, where families can walk, play, and live without fear. Our children's and neighbours' lives are worth these small changes. Please sign and share this petition to bring about positive change.
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The Issue
As a resident of Chapel Hill, Tilehurst, I am writing with deep concern about the safety of our community due to the increasing number of motorists using Chapel Hill, particularly the Park Lane end, as a rat run. These drivers often speed through our neighbourhood, creating a hazardous environment for families and children who reside here. The current situation is not only worrisome but poses an immediate threat to the safety and peace of mind for the residents living along this road.
Our close-knit community should be a safe haven, not a perilous throughway for those looking to cut a few minutes off their travel time. Each week, I witness several close calls, where speeding cars barely manage to avoid pedestrians, cyclists, and even other vehicles. The situation is untenable and risks increasing unless we take proactive measures to address it.
To ensure the safety of all residents and to maintain the tranquility of Chapel Hill, we propose the implementation of a 20mph speed limit. Such a measure is critical in slowing down traffic, reducing the likelihood and severity of accidents, and ultimately, creating safer streets for everyone. Importantly, this lower speed limit is a proven solution used successfully in other residential areas across the UK, which have seen a significant reduction in pedestrian accidents and improved community wellbeing.
Action must be taken swiftly. In support of the proposed speed limit, statistics from similar communities indicate a remarkable decrease in road accidents and casualties by up to 40%, just by implementing a 20mph speed zone. These figures exemplify the life-saving potential of a reduced speed limit.
Furthermore, we are calling upon the local council and traffic authorities to prioritize this issue by installing proper signage and increasing visibility to ensure that the new speed limit is respected by all road users. Enforcement measures such as speed cameras could also play a pivotal role in maintaining compliance.
We urge everyone who values the safety of our community to join this cause. By signing this petition, you are voicing your support for a safer Chapel Hill Tilehurst, where families can walk, play, and live without fear. Our children's and neighbours' lives are worth these small changes. Please sign and share this petition to bring about positive change.
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Petition created on 9 September 2026