Highways & Access
A detailed Transport Assessment and Travel Plan are being prepared to support the application. The reports are informed by the relevant local and national policies.
The proposed development would be accessed via a new priority junction to Walton Road. The access will provide suitable visibility splays, pedestrian connectivity, and a carriageway width that accommodates refuse and emergency vehicles. The opportunities for sustainable travel and the impact of the proposed development on the operation of the local highway network will be assessed in the Transport Assessment. Should there be any adverse impacts, measures will be introduced to mitigate those impacts.
The proposed development will be designed around a clear and easy-to-navigate street hierarchy. A primary access road will lead into a series of shared-surface streets and private drives, creating a safe, low-speed environment that naturally encourages pedestrian priority. This approach supports a high-quality residential setting and reflects current best practice in urban design.
The scheme will also enhance local walking and cycling opportunities. New pedestrian and cycle routes will be provided through the site, connecting directly with the existing Public Rights of Way (PRoW) located along the northern and southern boundaries. These links will offer attractive, off-road connections to the surrounding countryside and the village centre, supporting active travel for everyday journeys.
Two established PRoWs run alongside the site as part of the wider Wellesbourne footpath network. The layout has been carefully designed to retain these routes, improve their setting, and fully incorporate them into the development. Well-lit, clearly defined, and naturally overlooked pedestrian corridors will provide seamless connections with the PRoWs, helping to promote safety and encourage regular use. This integration ensures that the development will not only protect but enhance the existing recreational network, offering better access and improved opportunities for walking and outdoor leisure for both future residents and the wider community.


