12 November 2021

In addition to consultation responses, data from the following activities will help inform our decision:

• attitudinal surveys - carried out face-to-face with a representative sample before and towards the end of the trial
• average speed surveys in certain locations
• crash statistics although this needs to be over a longer period than the 12-month trial period – normally 3 years
• engagement with district council partners and statutory consultees, including emergency services
• Equality Impact Assessment
• pedestrian and cycle counts - carried out before, during and towards the end of the trial
• use of existing air quality stations - any changes in air quality will have to be understood over a longer period than twelve months.

An independent evaluation of the 20mph trials in Tonbridge and Faversham has been produced presenting the findings from the quantitative and qualitative data sources and is available to view from the Reports section. A summary for Tonbridge is also available. These findings will be discussed, and a recommendation made at the Tonbridge & Malling JTB on 22 November 2021.

The trial remains in operation until a decision is made on the future of the scheme.