TfL is inviting people to have their say on new plans to make it easier and safer for people to walk and cycle in and around Brentford. In collaboration with Hounslow Council, the plans would see the creation of a new, high quality, protected cycleway, to connect communities and cut road danger. This scheme builds on the success of Cycleway 9, which has seen increased numbers of people cycling in the area.

TfL’s latest data shows that there has been a 56 per cent increase in cycling comparing Spring 2024 with Spring 2021. The proposal is part of a longer-term plan to connect the town centres of Brentford and Hounslow, to enable safer and more sustainable travel around the area. TfL analysis shows that west London is an area of high demand for active travel, where people want to be able to walk and cycle more often. TfL has undertaken traffic modelling in the area which suggests the proposals will have a low impact on travel times for people travelling by bus or motor vehicle. The proposed changes in the area include:

• New protected cycle lanes in both directions along Brentford High Street between Alexandra Road and Beech Avenue.
• New and improved pedestrian crossings along the route, making it easier for people to cross the street.
• Changes at side-road junctions to slow traffic and give priority to people walking and cycling
• Advanced stop lines to allow people cycling to get ahead of vehicles at the traffic lights
• Changes to make the area feel more pleasant and help it adapt to climate change. TfL is working with the London Borough of Hounslow to identify potential space for trees, rain gardens, and sustainable drainage systems
• Connection with Cycleway 40 linking to Old Isleworth and Twickenham
• Changes to the layout of four bus stops

Will Norman, London’s Walking & Cycling Commissioner, said: “These plans will significantly improve walking and cycling between Brentford and Syon Park and represent a significant step towards making our streets safer and more accessible. By creating high-quality protected cycle lanes and enhancing pedestrian crossings, we are not only reducing road danger but also connecting communities to local amenities and public transport. I encourage everyone to share their views in the consultation and help us to shape a safer, greener, and more sustainable future for Hounslow.”

Helen Cansick, TfL’s Head of Healthy Streets Investment, said: “These improvements in west London would enable more people to safety walk and cycle in the area, giving the local community better sustainable and healthy travel options. We look forward to hearing from Londoners and invite their valuable feedback to shape the future of Hounslow before the consultation closes on Monday 9 September.”