Early results
Latest update on the Earlsdon Liveable Neighbourhood
We’ve taken a look at how the Earlsdon Liveable Neighbourhood is working by comparing data from before and after the changes were introduced in 2024.
The results show that the scheme is already starting to make a difference to how people move around the area, with safer streets, less traffic on residential roads, and more people choosing to walk, wheel or cycle.
A neighbourhood with less traffic
One of the biggest changes is a reduction in traffic on residential streets. Around 14,000 fewer motor vehicles are travelling through the area each month, helping to create a quieter and calmer environment for residents.
Importantly, there is no clear evidence that traffic has simply moved elsewhere. Instead, overall levels within the neighbourhood have reduced. Even on Beechwood Avenue, which remains open to through traffic, volumes have fallen by around 11%.
This means fewer cars and lorries passing through local streets, making them feel more like places for people rather than routes for traffic.
Safer streets with slower speeds
Vehicle speeds have reduced on every road where they were measured. Slower speeds make a big difference to how safe a street feels. They reduce the risk and severity of collisions and make it easier for people to cross the road, walk with children, or cycle with confidence. Together with lower traffic levels, this is helping to create a more comfortable environment for everyday journeys.
More people out and about
The data shows that more people are now choosing to walk and cycle around Earlsdon.
Each month, there are around 8,000 more walking journeys and 2,000 more cycling journeys. This means more people are moving around the neighbourhood in active, healthy ways.
Earlsdon Street in particular has seen a noticeable increase in activity. Around 3,000 more people per month are walking along the street, and the new crossing was used by 65,000 people in just 2 months.
This increase in footfall suggests that more people are spending time in the area — whether that’s visiting local shops, meeting friends, or simply enjoying the neighbourhood.
A healthier and more pleasant place to live
These early results point to a neighbourhood that is becoming:
- quieter, with less through traffic
- safer, with slower vehicle speeds
- more active, with more people walking and cycling
These changes help improve day-to-day life for residents by making streets feel more welcoming and easier to use, whether you’re walking to the shops, cycling to work, or spending time locally.
What happens next
This is an early snapshot, and monitoring will continue over time to build a fuller picture of the scheme’s impact.
Future updates will look in more detail at things like air quality, road safety and public transport, which need longer-term data to assess properly.