St Philip's Marsh, page 6: St Philip’s Marsh development framework – key themes, continued

Movement and Access

The Development Framework prioritises active travel and public transport.

There should also be safe and functional access for essential motor vehicle trips, servicing and emergency access.

This could be achieved through a range of measures:

• A network of primary streets and spaces which is easy to navigate
• A network of traffic-free walking and cycling routes along river, canal and primary streets, including quiet streets
• A range of traffic calming measures
• Streets and buildings that work together to create a high-quality environment, natural surveillance and activity
• Reduced car parking where possible, with prioritisation for disabled users, electric vehicle charging and car clubs
• Cycle parking in all developments and throughout public realm, including e-bike charging
• Frequent and reliable bus services and convenient bus stops
• Wayfinding and signage
• A wide range of facilities and services within easy walking distance of residents
  
  

Possible network of travel/movement routes

An example of a possible travel routes in St Philip's Marsh. Click here to view a larger version of the image above.

The proposed layout presents a hierarchy of streets and spaces which help people to navigate the area whilst providing a functional network for all modes of travel. The hierarchy includes:

• Main Boulevards: direct and easy to follow routes, allowing travel, and connection with the surrounding street network and green corridors.
• Secondary Streets: functional streets supporting vehicle movement beyond the Main Boulevard network.
• Neighbourhood streets: a network of quiet streets prioritising pedestrians and cyclists while also allowing vehicle access.
• River Avon Greenway: a traffic free, landscape corridor with continuous walking and cycling route.
• Feeder Canal Promenade: A variation of the Main Boulevard street type, incorporating continuous walking and cycling path alongside the canal which is separated from traffic.
• Resilient Access Network: A network of raised vehicle routes to allow access and escape during flood events.
  
  

Community Infrastructure

An example of how different levels of community facilities could be considered. Click here to view a larger image of the map above in a new tab.The redevelopment of the area should be supported by a range of community facilities, the extent of which will be determined by the range and density of other uses and the resulting demographic mix of the area. Community facilities should be co-located with each other, and with local retail and public open space.

Vibrant local centres forming the heart of the new neighbourhoods

Neighbourhood Centres

Demand for local retail will depend on the employment/residential mix. Retail should be combined with a range of other uses and adaptable spaces including rentable community spaces, co-working hubs, creches and gyms.

Healthcare Facilities

It is anticipated that one new GP surgery would be required and could be combined with a dental practice and other facilities.

Primary Schools

It is anticipated that between one and two primary schools would be required to serve the new population. Due to the dense and urban character of the area, schools should be designed to make efficient use of land and should be co-located with green public spaces to allow for reduced provision of playing fields and playgrounds. A secondary school is proposed as part of the Silverthorne Lane development.