This Council notes the emergence and subsequent rapid growth of the Stamford Brook area in recent years. Sustainable developments such as Stamford Brook are key to providing the family homes that we need to meet increased demand over the next few years. However, it is imperative that such family-orientated developments are properly integrated in to the local community and that the safety of residents is paramount. Traffic management and road safety play a key part in ensuring this.

Trafford Council understands the growing concern of Stamford Brook residents, the Stamford Brook Residents Association and local councillors about speeding, highway maintenance and crime in the area. To this end the Authority resolves to:

-          Implement traffic calming measures on Turnbull Road and Stamford Brook Road to reduce the speed of motorists utilising Turnbull Road as an alternative route from the A56 to Sinderland Road;

-          Provide a safe crossing point on Turnbull Road near to the junction with Rosefinch Road, accepting that this road must be successfully traversed by any child walking from Stamford Brook to Broadheath Primary School;

-          Prioritise the adoption of all outstanding roads in the Stamford Brook area, thereby ensuring that streetlights will be maintained by the Council;

-          Increase public safety and provide a deterrent to criminals who have targeted the area for burglaries in recent months;

-          Consult with residents with a view to introducing a 20mph speed limit on residential roads in the Stamford Brook area, in recognition of the fact that this is primarily a family development inhabited by a large number of young families with children.

It was moved and seconded that:

“This Council notes the emergence and subsequent rapid growth of the Stamford Brook area in recent years. Sustainable developments such as Stamford Brook are key to providing the family homes that we need to meet increased demand over the next few years. However, it is imperative that such family-orientated developments are properly integrated in to the local community and that the safety of residents is paramount. Traffic management and road safety play a key part in ensuring this.

Trafford Council understands the growing concern of Stamford Brook residents, the Stamford Brook Residents Association and local councillors about speeding, highway maintenance and crime in the area. To this end the Authority resolves to:

-      Implement traffic calming measures on Turnbull Road and Stamford Brook Road to reduce the speed of motorists utilising Turnbull Road as an alternative route from the A56 to Sinderland Road;

-      Provide a safe crossing point on Turnbull Road near to the junction with Rosefinch Road, accepting that this road must be successfully traversed by any child walking from Stamford Brook to Broadheath Primary School;

-      Prioritise the adoption of all outstanding roads in the Stamford Brook area, thereby ensuring that streetlights will be maintained by the Council;

-      Increase public safety and provide a deterrent to criminals who have targeted the area for burglaries in recent months;

-      Consult with residents with a view to introducing a 20mph speed limit on residential roads in the Stamford Brook area, in recognition of the fact that this is primarily a family development inhabited by a large number of young families with children.”

It was moved and seconded as an amendment that:

This Council notes the expansion of the Stamford Brook estate development and its continued growth and popularity.

Sustainable developments such as this are required to provide the family homes that we need to meet increased demand over the coming years.

The Council recognises the need to ensure that family orientated developments such as this are properly integrated and that measures are taken to ensure the safety of residents, both in the community and on local roads.

Trafford Council understands the representations made by residents, members, and the Stamford Brook Residents Association about speeding, highway maintenance and crime. 

The Council therefore resolves to:

1.           To complete its review of traffic calming measures on Turnbull Road and Stamford Brook Road to reduce the speed of motorists using the area as an alternative route from the A56 to Sinderland Road;

2.           To implement, subject to a safety assessment, a safe crossing point on Turnbull Road, taking into account representations and professional advice received on the most effective location, and will endeavour to secure funding in the capital programme to facilitate this; 

3.           To work with Greater Manchester Police to alleviate concerns raised in relation to burglary, in consultation with ward members;

4.           To work with the developer to prioritise the adoption of all outstanding roads, thereby ensuring street lights are maintained by the Council.

The Council is committed to ensuring Stamford Brook remains an attractive place to live for families.

Following a debate on the matter, the amendment was agreed with the general consent of the Council and as such, the substantive Motion was declared carried.

RESOLVED: That this Council notes the expansion of the Stamford Brook estate development and its continued growth and popularity.

Sustainable developments such as this are required to provide the family homes that we need to meet increased demand over the coming years.

The Council recognises the need to ensure that family orientated developments such as this are properly integrated and that measures are taken to ensure the safety of residents, both in the community and on local roads.

Trafford Council understands the representations made by residents, members, and the Stamford Brook Residents Association about speeding, highway maintenance and crime. 

The Council therefore resolves to:

1.           To complete its review of traffic calming measures on Turnbull Road and Stamford Brook Road to reduce the speed of motorists using the area as an alternative route from the A56 to Sinderland Road;

2.           To implement, subject to a safety assessment, a safe crossing point on Turnbull Road, taking into account representations and professional advice received on the most effective location, and will endeavour to secure funding in the capital programme to facilitate this; 

3.           To work with Greater Manchester Police to alleviate concerns raised in relation to burglary, in consultation with ward members;

4.           To work with the developer to prioritise the adoption of all outstanding roads, thereby ensuring street lights are maintained by the Council.

The Council is committed to ensuring Stamford Brook remains an attractive place to live for families.