Research Article

Evaluation of Shared Space to Reduce Traffic Congestion

Table 1

Observed benefits of shared space implementation.

LocationBenefits

Oudehaske and Makkinga, Netherlands [1, 2]40% reduction in vehicle speed

Drachten, Netherlands [5]Reduction in accidents from an average of 11 per year to only 2 in the first year

Bohmte, Germany [6]Reduction in accidents on a busy street (12000 vpd) from one per week to none in four weeks

Poynton, England [3, 4]Average speed fell to 20 mph, travel time decreased and congestion improved, safety improved with one minor accident in the first 3 years compared to 4-7 in previous years, and economic revitalization with 80% of retailers reporting increased turnover

Exhibition Road, London, England [7]Reduction of number and severity of conflicts

Graz, Austria [8]Reduction in vehicular speeds, improvement of social interactions and awareness, and no reported accidents in first four months

Noordlaren [9]Reduction of speeds by 6-7 mph

Bell Street Park, Seattle; Davis Street, Portland; Santana Row, Promenade, San Jose, USA [10]Low vehicle speeds, improved safety

Cambridge, MA [11]Increased pedestrian activity and improved vibrancy

Market Square, Pittsburgh [12]Improved business and social activity