Squirrels Heath Road Collision Reduction Programme – Proposed Safety Improvements

Overview

Havering Council would like your views on revised proposals to improve road safety and help reduce collisions along Squirrels Heath Road.

In March 2026, we consulted residents on proposals for two zebra crossings and speed cushions at regular intervals along the road.

Following feedback from that consultation, we have revised the proposals to include a 20mph speed limit between the A127 Southend Arterial Road and Gubbins Lane, supported by road markings, signs and vehicle-activated signs. The two zebra crossings remain part of the scheme, but speed cushions would be installed at less frequent intervals than originally proposed.

The revised proposals are shown in the accompanying plans and include:

• A 20mph speed limit along Squirrels Heath Road between the A127 Southend Arterial Road and Gubbins Lane.
• 20mph road markings and signs at the locations shown on the plans.
• Vehicle-activated signs at the locations shown on the plans.
• Speed cushions at less frequent intervals than originally proposed, to help reduce vehicle speeds.
• A new zebra crossing near Douglas Avenue to help pedestrians, particularly schoolchildren, cross Squirrels Heath Road. This is unchanged from the previous proposal.
• A new zebra crossing between Cotswold Road and Recreation Avenue to help pedestrians, particularly schoolchildren, cross Squirrels Heath Road. This is unchanged from the previous proposal.
• Bollards at the mini-roundabout at the junction of Squirrels Heath Road and Gubbins Lane. 

Please review the plans before responding, you can also find them along with a copy of the resident’s consultation letter in the ‘Related’ section below: