Trial Pedestrian Space on Grosvenor Road
A trial pedestrian street was installed at the corner of Beaufort Street and Grosvenor Road in Mount Lawley from 1 October to 14 November.
This project delivered ‘Action 2.3 Trial Pedestrian Streets’ of the Beaufort Street Town Centre Place Plan, in partnership with RAC through its Reconnect WA initiative, which aims to create vibrant streets and public spaces for Western Australians to interact and connect with each other.
A feedback survey was available online during the Trial and has closed.
Thank you to everyone who came along to the community events and provided feedback.
The City is currently reviewing the information gathered during the Trial and will present findings to Council in 2023.
Background information about the project is provided below.
Events and activities
Saturday, 1 October & Sunday, 2 October
- Trial Pedestrian Street Opening
- Live with RTRFM on Grosvenor
- Koorlong Singing with Kobi Morrison
- Beginners Bike Maintenance Workshop
Sunday, 9 October
- Picnic & Films on Grosvenor
Saturday, 15 October & Sunday, 16 October
- Beaufort Street Network's Dogtober
- Beaufort Street Network activities & Greyhound WA Adoption Day
Why a trial
During the consultation for the Beaufort Street Town Centre Place Plan (BSTCPP) and Barlee Street Options for Future Use engagement, members of the Mount Lawley and Highgate community expressed a desire for additional pedestrian spaces to enjoy within the town centre.
To understand this more, and make informed decisions for place planning within the town centre, we tested what's possible through a trial project, which will saw a portion of Grosvenor Road (corner of Beaufort Street) transformed into a temporary pedestrianised area.
What we did
The trial investigated if the area could become a pedestrian plaza (closed to vehicles) or a shared street (shared access and use). Road closure and installation commenced Tuesday, 27 September.
The trial delivered short-term low-cost elements designed for the enjoyment of residents, workers and visitors, and provided seating, picnic tables, shade, lighting, greenery and playful elements. The temporary space hosted all-ages free activities delivered by local groups in partnership with the City.
The Grosvenor Road Trial Plan was approved by Council on 26 July 2022 and provides information about planned events and activities.
About the survey and evaluation
To provide space for pedestrians, there were changes to vehicle access at the trial location. The effect on traffic movement within the area was monitored. The trial area was also monitored and reviewed through public life studies and observations.
A survey was available on this page from Saturday 1 October to 14 November 2022, and was promoted through the following avenues:
- Face-to-face with people visiting the space using digital devices with City staff and volunteers
- Online survey link emailed to people unable to complete the survey at the trial area
- Promotion of the survey link via the City's online platforms and e-newsletters.
The volume and range of community feedback received are key elements of measuring its effectiveness. We also spoke with businesses within the Town Centre to collect data on any changes in sales and pedestrian activity.
On completion of the trial, the findings will be provided to Council, including the community feedback received and the potential suitability of implementing a permanent public or shared space at Grosvenor Road.
Other ways to provide feedback
Email or talk to us
Please email mail@vincent.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9273 6000.
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