Traffic management and traffic calming

Information on how traffic in Suffolk is managed to optimise traffic flow, including our traffic calming measures.

Our aim is to keep traffic in Suffolk moving safely.

We try to achieve this using a number of different traffic management and traffic calming methods that protect road users and pedestrians.

Traffic management

Traffic management measures are used to smooth the flow of traffic on busy roads.  

There are a number of ways in which we work with parish and town councils to achieve safe, free flowing traffic, including:

Visiting each of the topics above will take you to a page on each item with detailed information.

Traffic calming

Traffic calming measures such as road width restrictions and gateway/entrance points in villages can be used to:

  • slow down or reduce volumes of road traffic
  • improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists

If you believe measures are necessary in your area, please contact your Town or Parish Council serving the specific location (or for Ipswich, please contact your County Councillor).

Any scheme requires their direct support and approval. If they support the suggested measures they can consult with Highways teams, who will assess the issue and help determine possible solutions.

Please note that traffic calming is not considered suitable for A and B class roads, bus routes, or roads with inadequate street lighting.