For a century, walkers were ignored, our city dominated by drivers and Camden Town became a giant, polluted gyratory. The folly of this became clear, and enlightened councils are transforming our streets. The Camden High Street proposals will delight huge numbers of residents, workers and visitors.
Instead of overcrowded pavements with people forced onto the road, traffic will be replaced by more space for planting and seating. Important improvements are also planned for the 'Camden Street area’. In 2021, TfL banned a left turn from Camden Street to Camden Road, increasing motor traffic on local streets.
Now restrictions are proposed for Georgiana Street and Lyme Street. To prevent rat runners from switching to Pratt Street, part of this road will become a pedestrian and cycle-only zone. Proposals for Kilburn High Road have received less attention than Camden High Street, despite their significance.
The road will not be closed to traffic, but have wider pavements, more pedestrian crossings and continuous crossings over side roads, with cycle parking, longer bus lane hours and more trees. Particularly pleasing is the closure of a few side roads to create pocket parks with seating and planting. David Harrison is excited about proposals to pedestrianise areas in and around Camden (Image: David Harrison) Following extensive consultation and detailed work by the Neighbourhood Forum, a Healthy Neighbourhood for the Dartmouth Park area is planned – again with greenery, seats and.
