A259 Pevensey Bay Road 40mph Speed Limit - Formal Consultation

Results updated 15 Jun 2026

All the feedback received during the formal consultation was considered and, as no objections were received, the Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) was made.

A copy of the sealed Traffic Regulation Order (TRO), which comes into effect on 22 June 2026, together with the associated Public Notice can be found below.

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Files:

Closed 27 Jun 2025

Opened 6 Jun 2025

Contact

03456080193

traffic.safety@eastsussex.gov.uk

Overview

It is proposed to reduce the current speed limit of 50mph on the A259 Pevensey Bay Road, Eastbourne to 40mph. This section of the A259 was identified as a priority in the first year of the Speed Management Programme.

Initial consultations have been carried out. Based on the feedback received, we are now formally advertising changes to the speed limit.

Why your views matter

We want to hear your views on the proposal and whether you support the reduced speed limit. 

The proposed change to the speed limit is shown on the plan in the 'related documents' section at the bottom of this page.

Please provide any feedback you may have.

Any comments will need to be emailed to tros@eastsussex.gov.uk by the closing date of 27th June 2025. 

Areas

  • Eastbourne

Audiences

  • Residents of East Sussex

Interests

  • Road safety
  • Traffic Regulation Orders