Harrow Council has introduced four ‘school streets’ to enable low traffic conditions by implementing restrictions on traffic entering streets leading up to schools during the opening and closing times. The aim is to enable more safe walking and cycling at and around schools and improve the public health of children, the school community and local residents. One of the projects is Grimsdyke School in Sylvia Avenue.
Sylvia Avenue will be restricted to road traffic between Colburn Avenue and Lyndon Avenue , 8.15am to 9.15am and 2.45pm to 3.45pm, creating a pedestrian and cycle only zone during term time.
How it works:
Residents within the restricted area are exempt from these restrictions. Blue badge holders, emergency vehicles and carers will also be allowed vehicular access. However, to limit road danger and maximise space for physical distancing, the council asks that you try not to drive in the school street(s) during the times of the restrictions.
How to apply for an exemption:
The school street will be camera enforced and signage has been installed warning drivers of the closure times. Non-registered vehicles will be fined if they enter the school street during restricted hours. You will need to register all vehicles which you would like exempt from the restrictions by visiting www.harrow.gov.uk/SchoolStreets. If you have carers visiting your home at the time of restrictions please ensure you register their vehicle as well.
See below the Traffic Management Order and map of the designated area from Harrow Council.
2020-13 TMO Plan Grimsdyke School
Traffice Management Order 2022-01
3 February 2022
It would be good if the traffic restriction could also be applied to Latimer Gardens in the conservation area the road has hump’s and is a 2 mph restriction on it ,sadly no one takes any notice or the limit ,.also people arrive very early and park across residents driveway preventing residents from getting out for hospital an GP’s appointments ,they also park sit in the cars with engines running polluting the area not fun foe children and residents alike. we have been supplied with PUFFER by our GP to help us breath . So a restriction in the road like the other schools would help us all enormously
Dear Pete
Thank you for your comments regarding Latimer Gardens. I regret that the Hatch End Association does not stretch as far as this location, but you might find it helpful to contact the Pinner Association for any assistance they might give you. Contact them via their website or information@pinnerassociation.co.uk. I hope this helps.