RBKC council has launched a proposal to improve Stratford Road in Kensington, including making a stretch of the road one-way.
The initiative is part of the council’s ‘Amazing Spaces’ streetscape improvement programme, which aims to create more attractive and welcoming public places.
Under the plan, Stratford Road, which is known as a quaint street that is full of character with neighbourhood shops and businesses, would become one-way westbound between Marloes Road and Allen Street, while Radley Mews and Blithfield Street would remain two-way.
Map of the proposed changes © RBKC
One of the key proposals is to widen footways to improve pedestrian movement and create additional space for outdoor dining and planting.
The plans include upgrading footways, carriageways, and kerb lines with high-quality natural stone, although the council notes that the specific stone type will be determined at a later stage, depending on public support for the scheme.
Stratford Road dissects Kensington East-to-West
Changes to traffic and parking arrangements are also being considered. The concept proposes introducing parking bays and a dedicated loading area.
The plans also include improved dropped-kerb crossings and a raised junction at Marloes Road to make it safer for pedestrians to cross.
The Devonshire Arms pub, Stratford Street © Ewan Munro
The council is inviting residents to share their views on the proposed changes and says the feedback will help shape the final design and determine whether the scheme moves ahead. The public consultation is open until 18th January.
For further information, residents can email stratfordroad@rbkc.gov.uk.
Visit here for the proposals: https://consult.rbkc.gov.uk/communities/stratford-road/
RBKC’s reasons for proposing the changes
