Our ongoing transport research

We are preparing a comprehensive transport assessment which will consider the impacts of the development at key locations, in particular, the A362 between Farrington Gurney and Radstock, and some of the larger roads which join it.

Map showing junctions on the A362, and adjoining roads, where we are examining the potential impact of the SVEZ development. The shaded area shows where we may do additional research work and modelling of traffic flows.

Work done so far

This part of the project is ongoing, and we will update our reports on this as the scheme progresses. We have completed the following research stages so far:

• Collection of traffic data for the study area. This was undertaken before the COVID-19 pandemic, and should represent a realistic reflection of the volume of traffic under normal working conditions.
• Site visits and reviews of other transport data.
• Engagement with stakeholders and experts, such as our own and Somerset County Council Highways Authorities, and Design West, to hear and include their input
• Consideration of site accessibility by bicycle, on foot, by car, by bus, and for HGVs