Bournville

Between 3 June and 2 July 2023, we ran a consultation on a proposed layout option for this area. We received over 1,200 responses to the online survey and held two very well attended drop-in sessions.

There was a mixed response to the various proposals consulted on. There was support for the aims and principles of the project, with:

• 46% of respondents expressing positive sentiments
• 43% of respondents expressing negative sentiments

For more information:

• read the full Bournville and Cotteridge consultation feedback report
• read the Bournville transport study
• view traffic count data for Bournville
• read the frequently asked questions (FAQ) document

We need further engagement with residents, businesses, and other groups to refine these proposals or develop alternative options. We will have more meetings and discussions with residents and other stakeholders to develop ideas for a revised scheme.

Previous engagements

In 2020 to 2021, as part of the Emergency Active Travel Fund Tranche 1, we delivered early demonstration measures with two modal filters on Oak Tree Lane and Franklin Road.

For more information on these measures:

• see full details of the Bournville Places for People project and make comments
• watch an online briefing about the Bournville Places for People project
• download the Bournville presentation

The Experimental Traffic Regulation Orders (ETROs) for these were made permanent on 11 April 2022. Objections made to the ETROs were reviewed in line with usual procedures. Cabinet member approval was received in anticipation of a wider scheme being developed.

We are now developing the programme for tranche 2. We carried out initial engagement throughout August and September 2022. A number of informal drop-in sessions were held around Bournville to find out what issues that residents and businesses would like to be considered as part of the concept design.

It is important to emphasise how Places for People aims to encourage individuals to reconsider their mode of transport for shorter journeys within their local area. Bournville has three railway stations nearby (Bournville, Kings Norton and Selly Oak), as well as key bus routes to the city centre, Worcester, West Bromwich and more.

The maps below display how easy it is to reach key services within 15 minutes by walking and cycling.

Walking maps

• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute walk from Bournville Railway Station.
• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute walk from Selly Oak Railway Station.
• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute walk from Kings Norton Railway Station.
• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute walk from Kafenion.
• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute walk from the Clean Kilo Shop.

Cycling maps

• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute cycle from Bournville Railway Station.
• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute cycle from Selly Oak Railway Station.
• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute cycle from Kings Norton Railway Station.
• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute cycle from Kafenion.
• Isochrone map of the areas that are a 5, 10 and 15 minute cycle from the Clean Kilo Shop.

Page last updated: 15 May 2026