Local plan scoping consultation

Comment

Representation ID: 5677

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mr John Smithers

The respondent raises concerns about future housing development in Elworth, citing significant increases in traffic over the past 23 years. They state that journey times on London Road have increased substantially, with peak-time trips taking significantly longer than in the past. The response argues that local roads are already operating at or near capacity, with congestion exacerbated by motorway incidents on the M6 and ongoing roadworks. The respondent believes the transport network is at a breaking point and suggests that additional housing development would place further pressure on already overstretched road infrastructure and worsen existing traffic problems in the area.

Comment

Representation ID: 5678

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mr John Smithers

The respondent raises concerns about future housing development in Elworth, citing significant increases in traffic over the past 23 years. They state that journey times on London Road have increased substantially, with peak-time trips taking significantly longer than in the past. The response argues that local roads are already operating at or near capacity, with congestion exacerbated by motorway incidents on the M6 and ongoing roadworks. The respondent believes the transport network is at a breaking point and suggests that additional housing development would place further pressure on already overstretched road infrastructure and worsen existing traffic problems in the area.