Proposing a new a quiet lane
Which routes are eligible for quiet lanes and how to apply.
Quiet lanes must be supported or proposed by local parish or town councils and county councillors (not by residents directly), whose views will be instrumental in their design and implementation. The majority of proposals are expected to be presented to us as a direct result of local concerns with traffic flows, speed and safety.
Eligibility
To be considered for a quiet lane, a route must:
- be supported or proposed by the local parish or town council and be supported or proposed by the local county councillor
- be a lightly trafficked minor road where walkers, cyclists, equestrians and vehicles experience safety risks.
- be suitable for full motor‑traffic filtering, with alternative routes available for through‑traffic and local function
- function primarily for local access, and not a strategic thoroughfare
- sit within an environment that clearly justifies very low traffic volumes and speeds, reinforcing shared use and local character.
Unsuitable routes
Some roads are not appropriate for quiet lanes. These include routes that:
- perform a critical strategic function for motor traffic
- have no suitable alternative routes for vehicles
In these cases, restricting traffic would cause wider problems on the network.
How to apply
Contact our Quiet Lanes Team if you are interested in proposing a new quiet lane.