Feedback helps shape updated road safety proposals for Cirencester, Siddington and Preston
The proposals form part of the council's Safer Roads and Community 20s programme, which aims to reduce collisions, improve road safety and make it easier for people to walk, wheel and cycle in their communities.
Between 20 April and 15 May 2026, residents and stakeholders were invited to give their views on proposals for lower speed limits in residential areas, town and village centres, and on key routes in the area.
A total of 185 people took part in the online survey, with most identifying themselves as local residents. Support for the proposed Community 20s programme was closely divided, with 49 per cent supporting the plans and 44 per cent opposed.
However, support for many of the associated Safer Roads measures was stronger. Most proposed speed reductions on major roads received majority support, although views varied by location. Respondents were also generally supportive of retaining existing speed limits where the council had proposed to do so, with between 62 and 69 per cent backing most retention proposals.
The council also received 121 comments through an interactive online map, alongside feedback received at public events and through targeted stakeholder engagement. Common themes included road safety, enforcement, requests for additional locations to be considered, improvements for walking and cycling, and wider concerns about speeding.
Feedback showed broad recognition of the importance of improving safety for pedestrians, cyclists, children, older and disabled people. Many respondents felt lower vehicle speeds could help make roads safer and more comfortable for people travelling around their communities.
Following a detailed review of all feedback there were a number of changes to the proposals. The changes include extending proposed 20mph and 30mph limits in several areas, introducing additional speed reductions at locations highlighted during engagement, and retaining the existing 40mph speed limit at the Burford Road/Stow Road crossroads following feedback received.
The amended proposals are:
- Baunton Lane: 20mph extended to the junction with Cheltenham Road
- Foxlease Lane: reduced to 20mph
- Witpit Lane: reduced to 40mph
- Gloucester Road: reduced to 30mph from the end of the dual carriageway to north of Baunton Lane
- Cheltenham Road: 30mph extended to the existing speed limit change to the north east
- Siddington Road: 30mph extended to the junction with Church Avenue
- Burford Road/Stow Road crossroads: existing 40mph speed limit retained
- Cherrytree Lane: reduced to 40mph
- Spratsgate Lane: 20mph extended south of the roundabout and reduced to 40mph south of Park Way
- Park Way: 20mph extended to the junction with Spratsgate Lane
- Road linking Swindon Road and South Cerney Road: reduced to 30mph
For more information on the proposed amendments, please visit: Cirencester and Preston – Safer Roads and Community 20s | Have Your Say Gloucestershire
The updated proposals will now be taken forward through the formal Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) process, with a statutory public consultation expected to begin in autumn 2026.
If approved, delivery of the schemes in Cirencester, Preston and Siddington is expected to begin in early 2027.
Cllr Roger Whyborn, cabinet member for sustainable transport and road safety, said: "Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their views. The feedback has helped shape the updated proposals as they move forward.
"We know people hold a range of views on speed limits, but we’re pleased there was strong recognition of the importance of improving road safety, particularly for pedestrians, cyclists, children, older people and disabled people.
"Our aim is to create safer roads and healthier communities, and I would encourage residents to look at the updated proposals and take part in the formal consultation later this year."