Speed limits on a major West Sussex road are set to change to 'address collisions and improve road safety for all users'.

Coldwaltham Parish Council submitted a community highway scheme application for a speed limit reduction along the A29 from Bury Gate to Pulborough.

West Sussex County Council has now given notice of a permanent Traffic Regulation Order affecting speed limits on the A29 and adjoining roads in Coldwaltham, Bury and Fittleworth.

It is proposed that speed limits will vary between 20mph, 30mph and 40mph. Any objections or comments about the proposal must be received by August 20.

Coldwaltham is divided in two by the A29 and lies just over two miles south-west of Pulborough. Picture: Google Maps

placeholder image — Coldwaltham is divided in two by the A29 and lies just over two miles south-west of Pulborough. Picture: Google Maps

There would be a 20mph speed limit on the length of the A29 through Coldwaltham village and on the roads in Coldwaltham village.

A 30mph speed limit would apply between Bury Gate and Watersfield and the A29 between Coldwaltham and Pulborough would have a 40mph speed limit.

In the statement of reasons, the county council said: “There is currently a 30mph speed limit on the A29 between Watersfield and Coldwaltham and on the roads in Coldwaltham village, with the remaining length of the A29 being unrestricted.

“The route has been assessed in accordance with the WSCC Speed Limit Policy. The result of the assessment is reduced speed limits be introduced along the route.

“A 40mph speed limit is considered appropriate on the section of the A29 between Coldwaltham and Pulborough. This section of the A29 is within the South Downs National Park and it is proposed that the new 40mph speed limit will be implemented with standard terminal signs supported by roundels at the entry points and 40mph repeater signs along the route.

“The 20mph speed limit in Coldwaltham will be supported by two Vehicle Activated Signs. The aim of the scheme is to reduce speeds along the A29, address collisions and improve road safety for all users.

“This order is proposed so as to avoid danger to persons or other traffic using the road or to minimise the likelihood of any such danger arising and for facilitating the safe passage of any class of traffic (including pedestrians).”

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