Transport and Road Safety

The road network through the village of Cockerham is generally in good condition and maintained to an acceptable standard. Improvements in traffic calming measures on the road at all the entrances to the village have recently been completed and generally welcomed as a step forward.

Excess speed of motor vehicles and the high number of heavy goods vehicles are major concerns for most residents. There is an on-going campaign to extend the 40 MPH speed restriction on the A588 to encompass Marsh Close to the west of Cockerham, this is seen as a priority for road safety before a major accident occurs.

Limiting the number of heavy goods vehicles travelling through the village is thought to be a consideration when looking at planning matters within the village.

A regular bus service operates through the village at various times during the week with a reduced service on a Sunday. The quality and standard of the service appears to be of concern to some residents who use the service regularly.

Car parks are seen as adequate for both local residents and visitors to the village. Being in good repair and of a size to cater for most events, means this had little concern highlighted from the
consultation document.

Almost 90% of respondents from the Cockerham Parish Plan consultation have access to a motor vehicle. Most residents who travel to work have only relatively short distances to travel, with a total of just under 6% of residents travelling more than 25 miles. It should be noted approximately 35% of respondents to the survey DO NOT travel to paid work or are retired.

The largest majority, 43% use a car or van to travel to work. Bus, coach or minibuses are used by less than 4%.

80 people (approx 40%) requested a more frequent public transport facility and over 22% asked for better information on time of services available.

It should be noted 25% of respondents stated 'no matter how much public services improved they would not use them'.

To the question on easier access for people with mobility difficulties it created a 3% response rate. This is a relatively small number but one area we must give a high priority. Research must be carried out and improvements made where necessary.