20mph Longden School Zone – Update
Shropshire Council has started work on the traffic calming measures in Longden. They are still waiting for some key equipment so the scheme will not be completed during half-term but the disruptive road closures are being carried out whilst the roads are quieter.
Published: 15 July 2025
Statement of Reasons
The introduction of a variable 20mph along Shrewsbury Road, Longden Road, and
School Lane, Longden, in line with Council’s guidance from 2023, is proposed to
improve the safety of school children, residents and other road users during the
school peak times.
The proposals are being implemented on Shrewsbury Road and Longden Road
following assessment of vehicle speed data and pedestrian movements around the
Plealey Lane junction and the school pedestrian access on this road. There is limited
space to implement the required signage on School Lane on the approach to the
junction and the signage is proposed at the most suitable location.
It is proposed to implement a no stopping on entrance markings restriction outside
the school car park entrance to facilitate safe pedestrian movements around this
access during school peak periods. (Shropshire Council – July 2025)
