Corridor improvements

Project overview

A corridor improvement programme to improve journey time reliability on the A58/A672, particularly for public transport users. The scheme will aim to reduce congestion, attract new business so the area, occupy new employment, facilitate future housing growth, enhance active modes close gaps for active travel, minimise air pollution and to reduce collisions, particularly on collisions involving pedestrians and cyclists.

Last updated February 2024

Project overview

Halifax is identified as a spatial priority area in the SEP. Improved links to the economic opportunities available in Halifax from the Upper Calder Valley will connect people to higher value jobs, whilst improvements to air quality through reduced congestion will deliver a better environment, ensuring ‘good growth’ credentials of the SEP are met. Potential improvements to public realm will also improve quality of life.

As part of the WYKRN, the A646/A6033 provides a key role linking Calderdale to the Greater Manchester City Region and to Lancashire. Improvements to this route will ensure sustainable growth of Halifax and surrounding economic centres such as Copley, whilst boosting the visitor economy by enhancing links with neighbouring areas. Increased accessibility of Halifax from the west will also complement parallel improvements planned on the A646/A6033, helping erode the productivity gap that exists with other areas, reducing barriers that deter future investment and improving the quality of life for residents.

Last updated February 2024

Project overview

The new link will allow for the dilution of traffic over a wider area thus reducing traffic congestion in and around Victoria Street, A6204 and Towngate for the benefit of all travel modes and allow for a much improved pedestrian environment not only on Victoria Street but within the wider area.

Last updated February 2024

Project overview

This scheme aims to deliver public realm improvements to the Queensgate / Shorehead section of Huddersfield Ring Road, making it a more attractive environment for pedestrians and cyclists whilst also delivering journey time benefits to motorised traffic.

Additional highway improvement schemes are also being considered for the congestion hotspots of Longroyd Bridge, Folly Hall and Lockwood Bar, Huddersfield.

Last updated February 2024

Project overview

Dawson’s Corner is a key junction between Leeds (10km west) and Bradford (5km east) located on the Ring Road in Pudsey.

There are currently no crossing facilities on Bradford Road. There are pedestrian and cycle crossings on all other arms.

The proposals are to provide a fully remodelled and enlarged signalised junction, utilising third party land to the southwest of the existing junction.

It is anticipated the scheme will reduce congestion, leading to smoother flows and improved air quality. Enhanced landscaping. Cycle / pedestrian provision and bus route improvements will promote alternative mode of transport.

Last updated February 2024

Project overview

The A641 forms part of the Key Route Network between Huddersfield and Bradford and provides an essential link from Brighouse to surrounding centres and the M62 J25 (via the A644). The scheme comprises of a series of interventions proposed for delivery in Brighouse town centre and along the A641 corridor The scheme is to be funded from the West Yorkshire plus Transport Fund. 

Carrying more than 20,000 vehicles a day, the route has significant traffic congestion issues in a number of locations.

Reducing journey times along the route will increase economic investment in the area by unlocking land for employment and housing growth, as well as improving conditions for all users. This will include increasing the use of sustainable transport and improving facilities for public transport.

The project will be delivered in cooperation with the investment projects managed by both Kirklees Council and Bradford Council.

Last updated in September 2023

Project overview

This scheme for the A653 corridor from Dewsbury into Leeds will see capacity enhancement measures to reduce congestion at 'hot spot' junctions along with public transport improvement such as the introduction of a limited stop bus service between Dewsbury and Leeds.

Reduced and more reliable journey times will help support job retention and growth along the corridor as well as improved local air quality though reduced CO2 emissions.

Last updated February 2024

Project overview

This scheme aims to improve the links between Bradford city centre and Shipley. Proposals include multi-modal enhancements along Manningham Lane/Bradford Road which are focused on boosting journey time reliability, connectivity and improving bus and cycle journeys.

The Bradford-Shipley Route Improvement Scheme (BSRIS) will primarily deliver improvements at key junctions in Bradford to enhance the highway capacity and connectivity to/from Shipley town centre. The scheme will also improve accessibility to Frizinghall rail station, improve the urban environment at Bradford Beck, and improve the public transport, walking and cycling provision along the Manningham Lane corridor. Combined, these improvements will help to reduce carbon emissions, alleviate flood risk and create better places along the corridor.

The BSRIS is anticipated to reduce traffic congestion, improve journey time reliability for all modes, improve air quality and increase road safety. A key local benefit of the scheme will be improvements to green spaces along the route, providing pockets of wildlife and pleasant walking paths which can be used by residents. The scheme supports delivery of inclusive growth by facilitating new housing and employment opportunities and a better quality of life, with better air quality, encouraging active mode travel (walking, cycling), improving rail accessibility, and enhancing the urban environment, specifically at Bradford Beck.

The scheme is anticipated to reduce current and forecast congestion, improve journey time reliability for all modes, and widen the sustainable travel opportunities with enhanced cycling and walking infrastructure and connectivity to rail.

Last updated in September 2023

Project overview

The Aire River Growth Corridor is within Castleford and has been designated as a 'Housing Zone'. Improvements to the transport infrastructure are needed to accommodate additional new homes planned for the area, and employment growth expected in the town.

This scheme aims to construct a new link road, improving the highway and reducing congestion. Flood mitigation measures will also be installed and pedestrian crossing facilities will be improved. A cycle lane will also be added to improve accessibility for cycle users along Aire Street and Wheldon Road.

The Castleford Growth Corridor Scheme will provide this by reducing congestion and improving accessibility.

This scheme will also provide a new public realm along the waterfront.

Last updated in February 2024