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Speeding along Merlin Way

A speed indicator device was located on Merlin Way from 3rd June to 30thJune 2023. The following information was captured.

Vehicle speed Southbound (Facing Display) Northbound
31 - 35 MPH 8,496 11,761
36-40 MPH 2,066 2,378
41-45 MPH 416 320
Over 45 MPH 115 92
Total  11,093 14,551
     
Fastest 66 MPH 83 MPH

 

It can be noted that more drivers exceed the speed limit when the sign does not display their speed.

A speed indicator device was located on Merlin Way from 13th March 2023 until 28th March 2023. The following information was captured.

Vehicle speed Northbound (Facing Display) Southbound
31 - 35 MPH 8,600 14,966
36-40 MPH 2,019 3,810
41-45 MPH 345 685
Over 45 MPH 108 418
Total  11,072 19,879
     
Fastest 60 MPH 89 MPH

 

It can be noted that almost twice as many drivers exceed the speed limit when the sign does not display their speed.