Latest Phase of Cycleway 9 Completed on Chiswick High Road
Work due to commence on section between Kew Bridge and Waterman's Park
The new clearer markings at the junction aim to increase cyclist safety
February 18, 2023
Hounslow Council and Transport for London (TfL) have now completed work on upgrades to junctions by Cycleway 9 on Chiswick High Road.
The latest phase of the scheme (Phase B) was to provide improved junction treatments at side roads including at Cranbrook Road Brackley Road, Devonshire Road, Duke Road and Linden Gardens.
In addition, the crossing by Linden Gardens has been moved and new bus shelters have been added. A new eastbound advanced stop line for people cycling at the junction with Acton Lane has also been introduced.
This should allow the 4.6km to be fully operational for the first time this year after only being completely open for two full months last year.
The next stage in the project will be to build a further section of the route between Kew Bridge and Waterman’s Park in the spring.
The cycleway remains ‘temporary’ and is subject to an ongoing consultation during which residents can comment on its operation. This runs until 3 April.
There was further work taking place this week requiring the closure of the cycleway near the junction with Dukes Avenue.
Work taking place on Cycleway 9 near Dukes Avenue this week
TfL says that the number of people riding on Cycleway 9 in the centre of Hammersmith has risen by 83% comparing 2017 with 2022 with data from the junction of Bridge Avenue on King Street showing 2,804 cyclists passing on the count day between 6am and 10pm. No data was given for Chiswick High Road. Data recently published on TfL’s collision data maps showed that four cyclists were seriously injured on the King Street section of Cycleway 9 in the first 8 months of 2022 compared to three on the same road during the previous five years.
The new junction arrangement at Duke Road on Chiswick High Road
Will Norman, London's Walking and Cycling Commissioner, said, “Growing and improving our cycleway network is key to Londoners choosing more sustainable ways to get around the capital. The completion of this phase of Cycleway 9 will greatly enhance cycling routes around west London, making cycling easier and more appealing to residents and helping to build a safer, greener London for everyone. I look forward to the start of the next phase of this important route.”
Councillor Kathrine Dunne, Hounslow Council’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Climate, Environment and Transport Strategy, said, “The completion of this next stage of Cycleway 9 is great news for the local community.
“The new section has been introduced to give residents a healthier alternative to the car. It will help to reduce congestion and improve air quality in our borough.
“It will also give people who may be hesitant to cycle a real confidence with a safer infrastructure and will enable children and parents to ride for the school run as well as day to day journeys and for leisure.”
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