Muswell Hill Liberal Democrats have unveiled the results of a poll of residents in Hillfield Park and St James’s Lane, Muswell Hill. The area has some of the most pressing traffic, parking and speeding problems.

The survey asked local residents in and immediately around Hillfield Park a range of questions about parking in the area, traffic accidents and speeding. The results of the survey found that:

• A majority of residents thought that there was a problem with speeding cars in upper St James’s Lane and Hillfield Park
• A majority of residents are in favour of a one way system in Hillfield Park and St James’s Lane (above the viaduct)
• Most residents did not favour speed humps to slow down traffic
• A small majority favoured the use of double yellow lines in selective places to try and calm traffic and reduce accidents
• A majority of residents want Haringey Council to rethink their decision not to alter the location of the Marks and Spencer car park exit, which adds to traffic problems on the roads.

Commenting on the results of the survey, Muswell Hill councillor Ross Laird said:

“These results clearly demonstrate that there are serious traffic management issues to be sorted out in Hillfield Park and St James’s Lane. There have been far too many car accidents in the area and action is needed.”

Cllr Lynne Featherstone added:

“We will be seeking a meeting with the Council’s highways officers to provide them with the details of our survey. What it demonstrates is that there are a wide range of views about the issue and the need for a range of solutions. I wish to personally thank everyone who returned the survey forms.”