University of Leeds
Slowing down for safety: Where, when and why do drivers comply with 20 mph speed limits?
Amount awarded
£49,516
Due to complete
2028
Making roads safer for…
All road users
Project summary
This project will take a human-centred approach to explore the factors affecting speed limit compliance in Leeds and to provide an overview of best practices in the initial implementation of 20 mph speed zones, based on the research literature and lessons learned. It will involve questionnaire and focus-group research to inform the design and piloting of strategies and build upon engineering/enforcement measures to achieve Vision Zero objectives. The project will produce guidance on meaningful changes that can push beyond the saturation point of existing interventions to help optimise the effectiveness of these speed zones..