Traffic Study
Read the report hereOn Monday, 21 October the Planning Committee discussed a report following a deep study into Marlborough traffic.
The study predicts traffic flows to the year 2041, and shows the results of modelling potential changes to road layouts and the expected outcomes on traffic.
You can read the agenda and minutes of the meeting here Meeting dates, agendas and minutes 2024-25
Read and download the report here3.53 MB
Background
AtkinsRéalis was commissioned by Wiltshire Council and Marlborough Town Council to conduct a traffic study in Marlborough town centre which considers options for improvements to mitigate current traffic issues, with supporting microsimulation modelling to test selected intervention options. This study is necessitated by the seemingly volatile nature of the traffic network in Marlborough town centre, which may be made worse by increased traffic volumes in the future.
An inception meeting took place on 23rd November 2023 with representatives from AtkinsRéalis, Marlborough Town Council and Wiltshire Council. The vision and objectives for this study were confirmed thereafter:
1. To improve traffic flow resilience around the town centre.
2. To improve air quality in the town centre.
3. To reduce traffic collisions and improve safety.
4. To maintain/improve bus service provision.
5. To reduce carbon impact of traffic.
6. To retain or improve active travel provision for walking, cycling and wheeling in Marlborough.