What is a Safer Speed Area

A Safer Speed Area is a residential area, where by law you are required to travel no more than 40km/h for the safety of the community.

These are areas where people are simply in too much danger if vehicles travel at the existing 50km/h speed limit. These areas predominantly back onto the schools and serve a range of purposes in addition to a transport function. They are places where people might be exercising, walking the dog or going to the shops.

We have identified eight areas within Hamilton City (click here to look at the Hamilton City map) that the new 40km/h speed limits will apply.

The Safer Speed Areas initiative is designed to keep our community safe.