- Open date
02 October 2024
Last update date: 20 November 2024
Pedestrian safety improvements on West Coast Drive (Karrinyup Rd to Beach Rd) will include three raised crossings and a 40km/h speed limit.
In 2023 the City undertook consultation to understand the level of community support for proposed pedestrian safety measures along West Coast Drive. The outcome of the consultation together with a proposal for measures to improve safety were presented to Council in February 2024 for consideration.
Council voted to improve safety along West Coast Drive by installing three ‘zebra’ crossings (known as Wombat crossings), and limiting speeds to 40km/h between Karrinyup Road and Beach Road. Further information regarding the project can be found in the 27 February 2024 Council Minutes.
The raised formalised pedestrian crossings will be installed in the following locations:
- Bennion Street, Trigg (near Trigg Beach)
- Between Sholl Avenue and Saunders Street, North Beach
- Elsie Street, Waterman’s Bay (near Little Bay Café).
See the images below for exact locations and details. A further two locations at Lynn Street, Trigg (near Mettams Pool) and North Beach Road (near North Beach Shopping Centre) will be considered in the 2025/26 budget pending a technical review of the first three locations.
Project timeline
August 2022
Council notice of motion
August 2023
Community engagement
27 February 2024
Council to consider outcomes
November 2024
Construction to commence
TBC
Construction complete
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FAQs
There has been a total of 95 crashes reported on West Coast Drive over a five-year period from 2018 to 2022.
During this time, one pedestrian crash has been recorded. It was a serious incident which resulted in the hospitalisation of the pedestrian involved.
The proposed reduction in speed limit, will help motorists avoid crashes by allowing a greater reaction time and reducing breaking distance. In the event of a crash, a lower speed will result in less serious outcomes for the pedestrian involved. Even a small reduction in speed can make a big difference.
If you are intrested in learning more please see Monash University's '5km/H difference' video.
For more information, or to receive this information in an alternative format, please contact the City on (08) 9205 8555 or submit an enquiry via www.stirling.wa.gov.au/enquiries
