Summary of changes
The following table outlines the plans for Lea Bridge Road
| Proposed changes | Reasons for changes |
|---|---|
| Introduce fully protected cycle lanes called segregated cycle tracks in both directions from the borough boundary with Hackney to Whipps Cross roundabout | To encourage more people to cycle on the road by increasing safety. |
| Redesign Whipps Cross Roundabout | To improve safety for people who walk and cycle whilst improving the flow of traffic and providing facilities for bus service staff. |
| Introduce new blended (Copenhagen style) crossings at junctions and side roads | To slow down traffic and give greater priority to pedestrians and bike users. |
| Address key problem points in the area including the redesign of the railway bridge between Lammas Road and Orient Way | To make it easier and simpler to use for all road users, whilst improving safety, accessibility to the new Lea Bridge Road railway station and making the environment more enjoyable. |
| Introduce new cycle parking facilities | To make the area more accessible to people who cycle and increase the footfall for businesses. |
| Address public transport issues including: • Changes to bus lanes • Improved bus stop facilities • Floating bus stops | To improve reliability of bus services to benefit passengers, making the area better for all road users including those using public transport. |
| Co-design attractive and vibrant public spaces with the local community | To instil a sense of pride in the local area and transform it into a destination area to attract more visitors. |
| Improve the pedestrian street environment including: • New street lighting • Better signage • More Wayfinding | To encourage more pedestrians to use the area and attract new visitors by making it safer and more attractive. |
| Redesign the following junctions: - Wood Street - Leyton Green Road - Markhouse Road/Church Road - Orient Way/ Argyall Avenue - Bakers Arms. Changes include: - Create new crossings that can be used by pedestrians and cyclists - Upgrade traffic signals with interface technology that enables TfL to control signal timings better when congestion occurs - Relocate and upgrade bus stops. | To make navigating the junction easier and safer for all road users. |