Milton Parking Survey – Results and Next Steps

Thank you to everyone who took part in the Milton Parking Survey. Your feedback has been invaluable in helping us understand the parking challenges across the village and shape future plans.

Key Findings

• Parking Issues:
  The most common problems reported were:
  • Pavement parking causing obstruction for pedestrians and wheelchair users.
  • Non-resident and commuter parking, particularly near local businesses.
  • Parking near junctions and bends, creating safety hazards.
  • Overflow parking during school runs and community events.
• Hotspot Areas:
  The Rowans, High Street, Sycamores, Willow Crescent, Coles Road, and Butt Lane were highlighted as areas with the greatest parking pressure.

Support for Possible Solutions

• Double Yellow Lines:
  Strong support (over 80%) for adding lines at hazardous spots such as junctions and bends.
• Time-Limited Parking:
  Around 78% of respondents favour time limits near shops and other targeted areas to ensure turnover.
• Residents Parking Schemes:
  Support is more mixed (about 46% in favour), with many requesting targeted schemes in problem areas rather than village wide.

Community Facilities

• Milton Country Park Car Park:
  Used by only 14% of respondents, mainly residents visiting the park.
• Community Centre Car Park:
  Essential for health and community services, with most users attending the doctor’s surgery or events and recreation activities.

Next Steps

Based on your feedback, the Parish Council will:

• Prioritise double yellow lines at key junctions and bends, plus other targeted areas.
• Explore time-limited parking near shops and other targeted areas.
• Collaborate with local authorities to improve enforcement.
• Continue monitoring and reviewing parking measures to ensure they meet community needs.

Thank you for your input!
Your views will help us create safer, more accessible streets for everyone.