Walsall Council is introducing three new trial traffic schemes designed to make journeys to school safer and reduce congestion around school entrances. The schemes, known as 'School Streets', will restrict motor vehicle access on roads outside or near schools during drop-off and pick-up times.
The trials will run from 1 September 2026 to 1 March 2027 under Experimental Traffic Regulation Orders. During the first six months of operation, residents, parents, school staff and other stakeholders will have the opportunity to provide feedback. This feedback will help determine whether the schemes should remain in place, be amended or be removed.
The three new schemes build on the success of 10 School Street schemes already operating at primary schools across the borough.
Where the schemes will operate
The schemes are being introduced at three locations:
St John's Primary School, Walsall Wood: The School Street will operate on Brook Lane, between Brookland Road and Laburnum Road, during term time only, Monday to Friday, between 8.15am and 9.15am and between 3.00pm and 4.00pm. New parking restrictions prohibiting waiting and loading will also be introduced at locations around the boundary of the School Street zone.
Blue Coat Infant School, Walsall: The School Street will operate on Hanch Place during term time only, Monday to Friday, between 8.00am and 9.15am and between 2.45pm and 3.45pm.
Pelsall Village School, Pelsall: The School Street will operate on School Lane, Old Town Lane between St Margaret's Road and Clarendon Place, and Clarendon Place during term time only, Monday to Friday, between 8.30am and 9.15am and between 2.45pm and 3.45pm. New parking restrictions will also be introduced.
What the schemes aim to achieve
The trials are intended to create safer environments for children and families travelling to and from school, while encouraging walking, scooting and cycling. The schemes also aim to reduce traffic congestion around school entrances and improve air quality in the areas surrounding participating schools.
For details of the schemes and to provide feedback, residents should contact the Traffic Management Team.
