Main Roads WA decreases speed limits in Albany CBD to 40km/h, with change to be implemented by mid-April

The speed limit in the Albany CBD is set to decrease by 10km/h in April as Main Roads WA looks to improve safety in the busy area.

Main Roads WA will begin installing 40km/h signs in the coming weeks, with the changes affecting York, Aberdeen and Collie streets, Proudlove Parade, St Emilie Way and Peels Place.

Parts of Stirling Terrace, Lower Stirling Terrace, Duke, Frederick, Vancouver, Grey, Earl, Hymus and Alexander streets, Serpentine, Stead and Middleton roads, Lockyer Avenue and Albany Highway will also be affected.

A Main Roads WA spokesperson said the change follows a review of the two children’s crossings in the area and would bring the speed limit in line with the 40km/h limit at other crossings.

“The decision to reduce the speed limit follows the State Government’s introduction of the School Zones and Children’s Crossing Program in 2024, and a review of the two remaining children’s crossings in the Albany CBD on Lockyer Avenue and Middleton Road,” they said.

“Given the high number of school and pedestrian crossings, the implementation of a reduced speed limit in the broader area will provide a consistent speed limit for motorists and improve road safety across the Albany CBD.”

City of Albany mayor Greg Stocks said the Main Roads WA initiative was developed in consultation with the city.

“Slower speeds help create a safer and more accessible environment, especially for children at crossings and those walking or cycling through the city centre,” he said.

“The City of Albany supports measures that enhance community safety and encourages all road users to be mindful of the new speed limits as they come into effect.”