Residents demand safety measures after increased bus crashes in Catford

Concerns rise among Catford residents as bus collisions prompt calls for action.

Catford residents demand safety action after bus crashes increase

Residents in Catford are expressing serious concerns after 10 bus crashes occurred on Sandhurst Road in just seven months. The high volume of traffic, which includes about 3,700 buses each day, has led to fears that an accident could result in fatalities. Local campaign group Safer Sandhurst and Sangley has highlighted a troubling pattern of incidents, including hit-and-runs that leave cars marked with red paint. Although Transport for London reported 85 bus-related crashes on these roads since July 2021, many were minor, and only one incident led to an injury. The growing frequency of these collisions is driving community members to call for immediate safety measures.

The recurring incidents on Sandhurst Road reflect a troubling trend in urban transport safety. Despite TfL's claims of minor incidents, the residents' fear is palpable. Accidents involving buses not only threaten individual safety but also raise questions about the adequacy of current safety measures. Buses are essential for public transport, but when routes pass through heavily populated areas without sufficient protective measures, communities can feel dangerously exposed. The calls for change echo broader national conversations about road safety and urban planning in rapidly developing neighborhoods.

Highlights

The situation in Catford highlights a critical need for urban safety reforms.