Project background

Council completed a Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) study of Kensington West Kingsford in 2023. The LATM study takes an area-wide approach to planning and managing the road space, with the aim of reducing traffic volumes and speeds in local streets to improve safety, access and amenity for residents – particularly pedestrians and bike riders.

The study was informed by community feedback and traffic analysis. The study and proposed traffic changes were then publicly exhibited from December 2024 to February 2025 with local residents encouraged to provide feedback on the proposals.

As a result, Council has endorsed 35 traffic devices and an area-wide speed reduction, with construction scheduled for completion by 30 June 2027.

What’s happening

All endorsed treatments will be delivered in stages by 30 June 2027. See the map below for all treatments across Kensington and West Kingsford.

The process for each treatment is as follows:

1. Detailed design development and pre-construction safety audit
2. Resident notification of construction
3. Construction
4. Post-construction safety audit

A summary of all endorsed treatments (as of October 2025) can be viewed on the map below. Once the treatments are installed, Council will seek approval from Transport for NSW to implement the 40 km/h speed limit. Note: The existing 50km/h speed limits will be retained on Anzac Parade, and Todman Avenue west of Anzac Parade.

KWK LATM Proposed traffic treatments

Status of endorsed treatments

*In line with State Government guidelines, these treatments will have a post-construction road safety audit. These audits are typically conducted once road user patterns have settled following construction. Following the audit, further construction works may be required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this work happening in Kensington and West Kingsford?

Council and residents have raised long-standing concerns about traffic volumes, speeding, and pedestrian safety. The LATM study identified improvements to address these issues.

How will these changes benefit the community?

The proposed works will:

• Improve safety for pedestrians, bike riders, and motorists.
• Reduce traffic speeds and discourage ‘rat running’ on local streets.
• Make it easier and safer to cross local streets.
• Improve the overall amenity and liveability of the neighbourhood.

Will I still be able to access my property during construction of a traffic device?

Yes. Vehicle access will be maintained during and after the works. Temporary traffic changes may occur during construction, and residents will be notified in advance.

How long will the works take?

Construction will be staged to minimise disruption. Duration will vary by street, with most works taking between one to two weeks to complete. Council will inform residents prior to the start of any works.

Will parking be affected?

Some parking changes may be required depending on the final design. Council will inform the community before finalising these changes.

Can I give feedback on detailed designs?

Yes. You will be notified on any works occurring close to your property two weeks prior to construction. You will be able to ask questions and provide feedback to Council officers for consideration.

Find out more

Project Manager: Anthony Baradhy
council@randwick.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 1300 722 542

Project Timeline

• 2013 – initial LATM (put on hold due to light rail construction)
• 2023 – new draft LATM underway and stage 1 consultation
• 2024 – Council endorsement of draft LATM and proposed traffic devices for consultation
• 2024/25 – Stage 2 consultation on draft LATM
• 2025 – Council endorsement of LATM and proposed traffic devices
• 2025-2027 – Design and construction of endorsed traffic devices

Example traffic devices:

Raised intersections - slow vehicles approaching intersections.

Pedestrian refuge islands - installed on busy or wide roads to help pedestrians cross in two stages.

Slow points - reduce vehicle speeds by limiting vehicular movements through a narrowed section.

Raised pedestrian crossing (wombat crossing) - reduce traffic speed and volume, improving safety for pedestrians through raised, highly visible road design.