New 50km/ph speed limit on key state roads in the Inner West

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Transport for NSW is reducing the speed limit to 50 km/h on several key state roads in Sydney’s Inner West, including:

• Railway Road between Unwins Bridge Road and the Princes Highway
• Gleeson Avenue between Railway Parade and Unwins Bridge Road
• Railway Parade between Sydenham Road and Marrickville Road
• Marrickville Road between Railway Parade and Buckley Street
• Buckley Street between Marrickville Road and Sydenham Road
• Sydenham Road between Livingstone Road and Railway Parade
• Livingstone Road between New Canterbury Road and Sydenham Road
• Railway Terrace and Gordon Street between Old Canterbury Road and New Canterbury Road
• West Street between Parramatta Road and New Canterbury Road.

Benefits 

We are implementing the new 50 km/h speed limit to enhance safety for all - motorists, cyclists, pedestrians, and public transport users. These roads are vital pathways connecting homes, schools, parks, restaurants, shops, bus stops, and soon, a Metro Station. By reducing the speed limit, we aim to ensure safe and accessible travel for everyone in the community.

The new 50 km/h speed limit will:

• decrease the likelihood and severity of incidents, benefiting vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists
• increase driver reaction time to unexpected events, reducing collision risks
• encourage walking and cycling, reducing reliance on cars and contributing to environmental sustainability
• align with the Inner West Council’s efforts to improve safety on local roads.

Contact us

For further information about this project, please contact us:

Email: projects@transport.nsw.gov.au

Phone: 1800 684 490