Sutton's Streets Get Safer, Greener Upgrade

Sutton’s streets have undergone major improvements over the past three years, with residents benefiting from safer roads and better options for walking, cycling and public transport. The progress is set out in a new report examining the impact of investment from Transport for London and the Mayor of London.

Between 2022 and 2025, 47 per cent of Sutton residents walked, cycled or used public transport for their daily journeys, reflecting continued progress towards more sustainable travel choices. This shift has been supported by borough‑wide measures to improve safety and create streets that feel calmer and easier to use.

Lower speeds have played a key role in improving road safety, with 60 kilometres of road having speed limits reduced to 20mph. These changes help reduce the severity of collisions, improve conditions for walking and cycling and support a safer environment for all road users.

Families have also benefited from the delivery of 16 School Streets, which restrict through traffic at school drop‑off and pick‑up times. These schemes help improve air quality outside schools, reduce congestion and make streets safer and calmer for children and parents.

Pedestrian safety has been further improved through the installation of four new protected crossing facilities, supporting safer and more accessible journeys on foot. Alongside this, more than 4,300 adults and children have received cycle training, helping build confidence and encourage active travel for everyday journeys.

Progress has also been made on cleaner transport, with six on‑street electric vehicle charging points installed, supporting the transition away from petrol and diesel vehicles.

Together, these transport improvements show how targeted local investment can make a real difference. Sutton’s changing streets are helping create safer, healthier and more sustainable neighbourhoods, supporting everyday travel while making it easier for residents to move around their borough with confidence.