Update on the Bowes East QN

Enfield Council delivered a statutory consultation on the draft Traffic Order TG52/1568 relating to the Bowes East Quieter Neighbourhood from 25 September to 20 October 2024. Thank you to everyone who took part to share their views and attend an event. The statutory consultation report summarising feedback received during this period can be found here.

Despite significant progress in developing a scheme aimed at delivering benefits for students, parents, and the wider community, we regret to inform you that the project is being paused.

Following further engagement with local schools – Tottenhall Infant School and St Michael-at-Bowes CoE Primary School – additional concerns were raised about aspects of the proposed School Street. While many responses to the engagement process were positive, the schools have indicated that they do not wish to proceed with a School Street at this stage.

The objectives of the proposed School Street are to improve safety, accessibility, and air quality around the school, aligning with broader ambitions to create healthier and more active travel options for children. As the School Street was a key element of the Bowes East Quieter Neighbourhood proposal, we are unable to move forward with the implementation the Quieter Neighbourhood at this time without support from the schools.

We know that many parents and residents value safer streets and improved routes for walking and cycling, and we encourage continued discussions on how we can work together to ensure our streets remain safe and welcoming for all.

This project page contains information on the history of the project and will be updated should the project recommence in the future. For any questions you may also contact the Journeys and Places team at journeysandplaces@enfield.gov.uk.