Safe Routes in Communities

In 2008, the Safe Routes in Communities programme replaced our Safe Routes to School initiative. Schools remain part of this initiative.

Aim

Our aim is to change how people travel, resulting in greater social inclusion and improved community safety.

Actions

Safe Routes in Communities funds capital works such as:

• crossings
• traffic calming measures
• cyclepaths
• footpaths
• secure cycle facilities (including stands and CCTV), lockers and changing facilities.

A successful scheme should demonstrate co-operation between local authorities and the wider community, including schools.

Funding

Safe Routes in Communities is a grant programme whereby local authorities bid for funding on an annual basis. Any funding they receive must be expanded within the financial year it was awarded.

We have provided more than £18million since 2008/09 when Safe Routes in Communities replaced Safe Routes to School.