To enhance road safety for all users, the Town of Victoria Park is proposing to install six asphalt speed humps at key locationson Rutland Avenue.
In response to community concerns about speeding vehicles on Rutland Avenue, the Town recently conducted a road safety assessment using traffic data from 2014, 2019, and 2023. The findings confirmed frequent speeding on Rutland Avenue between Streatley Road and Gallipoli Street, highlighting the need for immediate traffic calming measures.
Background
As part of our broader commitment to building a better transport network, the Town is currently advocating for additional funding to complete the Principal Shared Path along Rutland Avenue. After considering whether to convert Rutland Avenue into a one-way street to accommodate the shared path, Council decided to maintain its two-way configuration and pursue funding for a grade-separated shared path. While the advocacy efforts are ongoing, the Town would like to address the road safety concerns.
On 10 December 2024, Council reviewed options for calming traffic in the area and supported installing six asphalt “Watts Profile” speed humps. An example of a Watts Profile speed hump is pictured below.
These speed humps are cost-effective, quieter than rubber cushions, and quick to install. Before going any further, Council would like to understand community views on the proposed traffic calming measures.
The December Council report and speed hump information can be viewed from the links below.
Feedback from all community members is invited until 26 February 2025. To share your thoughts, complete the quick survey below or contact the Town directly on 9311 or admin@vicpark.wa.gov.au
To enhance road safety for all users, the Town of Victoria Park is proposing to install six asphalt speed humps at key locationson Rutland Avenue.
In response to community concerns about speeding vehicles on Rutland Avenue, the Town recently conducted a road safety assessment using traffic data from 2014, 2019, and 2023. The findings confirmed frequent speeding on Rutland Avenue between Streatley Road and Gallipoli Street, highlighting the need for immediate traffic calming measures.
Background
As part of our broader commitment to building a better transport network, the Town is currently advocating for additional funding to complete the Principal Shared Path along Rutland Avenue. After considering whether to convert Rutland Avenue into a one-way street to accommodate the shared path, Council decided to maintain its two-way configuration and pursue funding for a grade-separated shared path. While the advocacy efforts are ongoing, the Town would like to address the road safety concerns.
On 10 December 2024, Council reviewed options for calming traffic in the area and supported installing six asphalt “Watts Profile” speed humps. An example of a Watts Profile speed hump is pictured below.
These speed humps are cost-effective, quieter than rubber cushions, and quick to install. Before going any further, Council would like to understand community views on the proposed traffic calming measures.
The December Council report and speed hump information can be viewed from the links below.
Feedback from all community members is invited until 26 February 2025. To share your thoughts, complete the quick survey below or contact the Town directly on 9311 or admin@vicpark.wa.gov.au
