Proposed routes & planned improvements
We have set out a vision for a growth in active travel in the district and how we will support objectives underpinning this vision.
Following use of industry standard analytical tools, socio-demographic data and public consultation, a network of prioritised active travel routes is proposed for the district. These routes are organised into three area action plans for the North, Central and Southern areas of the district. Each action plan contains detailed route maps, showing suggested interventions along the routes and estimated costs for delivery.
The prioritisation process indicates that the most immediate opportunities lie within the district’s towns, where new routes have the potential to deliver the greatest benefits. While the prioritisation provides a strategic guide, the delivery plan is intended to remain flexible so it can respond to new opportunities, including those emerging from the Local Plan. It is also recognised that some active travel schemes are already in development, and these may require continued support alongside new initiatives.
To complement the need for significant infrastructure improvement, a behavioural change action plan is suggested, detailing a range of activities that can be maintained or trialled across the district.
The report provides initial considerations for funding, delivery and monitoring arrangements to support the effective development of the proposed route network.
The Strategy Technical report can be accessed below. A supporting summary document will be available here in April 2026.
Feedback on the Strategy can be sent to us via cimate.action@fdean.gov.uk
Reports and supporting documentation
Technical Report
Appendix A - MCAT
Appendix B – Prioritised List of Schemes
Appendix C - Behavioural Change Action Plan
Appendix D – Northern Action Plan
Appendix E – Central Action Plan
Appendix F – Southern Action Plan
Appendix G – Future Networks Plans Figure
Appendix H – Glossary of Terms
Strategy Summary Document – Available here April 2026