We'd like your views on improvements for buses along Dereham Road

Norfolk County Council and the Transport for Norwich (TfN) partnership are asking for your feedback on a series of proposed highway improvements along the Dereham Road corridor, which is a key transport route to and from the centre of Norwich and beyond. 

The proposed changes aim to provide shorter and more consistent journey times for buses, improve connectivity between different modes of travel, as well a safer environment for those walking or cycling along Dereham Road. They also aim to provide better connections between the two large communities on either side of the main road and provide safer access to local schools and other amenities. 

All proposals are being funded by the Department for Transport’s Transforming Cities Fund, which can only be spent on the transport network.  

Overview 

The proposals relate to two main sections of the Dereham Road;  

  • The Longwater Lane scheme (covering Longwater Lane to Grays Fair) and; 
  • Dereham Road travel hub; which covers the area from Grays Fair to Gurney Road 

Main features: 

  • Creation of a new travel hub, connecting bus services with local walking/cycling routes as well as new spaces for community use 
  • A reduction in speed limit to 30 mph along Dereham Road between Longwater Lane and Norwich Road to create a safer environment for all road users 
  • Removal of the Butterfly Way pedestrian underpass and creation of a new signalised street level pedestrian and cycle crossing on Dereham Road 
  • New sections of inbound and outbound bus lanes to provide shorter and more consistent bus journey times to and from the city centre and Norwich Rail Station 
  • Improved crossing facilities on Dereham Road at the Richmond Road junction 
  • Dedicated facilities for those walking or cycling, with raised table side road crossings and additional traffic calming measures 
  • Additional bus stops/shelters and real time passenger information 
  • Extensive pavement widening and landscaping  

You can add your support to the scheme, with all of the many benefits for bus passengers on the Norfolk County Council website.  All comments must be received by Wednesday 30 November 2022.