📝 How to Take Part in the Traffic Count

We’re asking volunteers to count traffic over a 7-day period to help us build a picture of how busy local roads really are. You don’t need to do every day or every hour, just as much as you can manage.

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Here’s how to get started:

• Choose a location
  Pick a spot where you can safely observe traffic. For example, a junction, main road, or residential cut-through in Chapeltown, Ecclesfield or Grenoside.

• Select a one-hour time slot
  You can do any hour of the day that suits you. Peak times like school runs or rush hour are especially helpful.

• Record for just one hour at a time
  Set a timer if needed. Stay focused for that hour and log what you see.

• Submit your results using the online form
  You’ll find a link to the form below. Please complete one form per hour counted.

• Repeat as often as you can over the 7-day period
  The more data we collect, the stronger our case will be.

• Be honest and accurate
  Record what you see to the best of your ability. Please don’t guess or exaggerate; this data could be used in formal planning responses.

• Add any useful notes
  You can include comments about roadworks, diversions, weather, or anything else that might affect traffic during your count.

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📩 Questions?
Email us at savegandegreenbelt@gmail.com and we’ll be happy to help.