Transport and streets
(Also known as: Highways)
It is in the interests of all who live in the city that transport flows freely. Pedestrians, as well as the many cyclists, private car owners, delivery vehicles and bus passengers all benefit from reduced congestion and pollution. These pages provide information for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians. You will also find information about the latest road works, up to date public transport timetables and parking information on these pages.
Contact Details:
Telephone: 023 8022 3855
Email: transport.editor@southampton.gov.uk
Details of service:
For the latest traffic and travel news check out the links on the right hand side of this page.
How to get more information:
Please see individual sections for more detailed contact information
Highways Customer Charter
Highways and Parking Services are continually looking to improve the way we provide services to our customers and have produced 2 Customer Charters that list how we aim to do this.
On the link below you will also find our Customer Consultation and Satisfaction Framework Document. This document demonstrates how we engage local people and businesses in highways improvement projects.
- Customer Consultation and Satisfaction Framework (78kb) - Pdf
High Street Refurbishment
Consultation has started on our repaving scheme for the High Street, which is part of our North South Spine Project. Below is the letter and drawing that have been sent to local shops, businesses and residents.- High Street Consultation Letter (19kb) - Pdf
- Drawing of High Street Refurbishment (329kb) - Pdf
Roads, street and pavements
Southampton City Council regularly and carefully maintains streets and pavements in the city on the following pages you will find information about what we do and how you can report a problem.
Street scene
The street scene is the streets and paths where we walk to the bus stop or school; the parks and open spaces where we walk and exercise; the play areas and town centres where we spend our leisure time, the car parks, roads and transport infrastructure which we use to access employment and leisure.
Cycling and walking
Cycling and walking are good for your health and good for the environment. The council is working to develop an integrated transport system with cycling and walking being key components in encouraging more sustainable ways of travelling.
Public Transport
On these pages you will be able to find information about public transport in Southampton, including links to local and national transport providers.
Road Safety
The Road Safety Team aims to contribute towards the reduction of road traffic casualties in Southampton through Education, Training and publicity programmes.
Last updated: 7 August 2008
