Safer Speeds For Selwyn (2026)
What we are doing
Selwyn District Council is proposing speed limit reductions on sections of local roads in response to growth, to improve safety and following requests from our community.
We are seeking your feedback on these proposed speed changes before submitting a final proposal to New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA), for approval.
Why we are proposing speed limit changes
As Waikirikiri Selwyn grows, roads that were once rural now connect new homes, schools, and commercial areas. Some roads have higher use or the traffic using them has changed. Some communities have also requested changes in their area. Updating speed limits in the right places helps keep everyone safer.
These changes aim to:
- Support growth and changes in land use
- Improve safety for everyone who uses our roads
- Keep our transport network running efficiently
While speed isn’t the only factor in a crash, it does determine whether someone is seriously injured or killed. These changes are part of the Council’s commitment to building a safer, more connected community for everyone.
Land Transport Rule: Setting of Speed Limits 2024
The Land Transport Rule: Setting of Speed Limits 2024, sets out how speed limits are set across New Zealand to improve safety, support the economy, and keep people and goods moving efficiently.
Usually, Road Controlling Authorities must develop a full Speed Management Plan. However, the Rule also allows for targeted changes under the Alternative Method, where there are urgent safety concerns or a need for consistency.
We are following this process which requires public consultation and engagement with key stakeholders, such as road users (including freight operators), schools, mana whenua, businesses and neighbouring Road Controlling Authorities. Once consultation is complete, the proposal will be submitted to NZTA for approval.
Road Safety Objectives
This proposal aligns with our road safety objectives and the Government’s road safety objectives which include taking a balanced and targeted approach to speed limits by considering safety, economic impacts, including travel times, and community views.
Assessing the impacts of speed changes
As part of this proposal, we are required to prepare a document called a ‘cost benefit disclosure statement’ for each speed limit change. This shows the safety benefits, potential travel time impacts, and how much implementation would cost for the proposed speed limit changes.
This helps ensure our proposals are evidence-based and meet the requirements of the Land Transport Rule: Setting of Speed Limits 2024.
Map of proposed speed limit changes
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Tell us what you think
We want to know what you think about the proposed speed limit changes to 41 different locations on roads across our district.
For each road, you will be able to:
- View maps showing the location of the proposed speed limit change
- Review the current and proposed speed limit change and indicate whether you support it
- Share how you use the road and any concerns or suggestions you have
Your feedback will help us shape the final proposal and make sure it reflects the needs and values of our communities.
To have your say, you can read the consultation document and the analysis of the costs and benefits for each change in the key documents section, then complete the online survey using the button below.
You are welcome to comment on as many or as few road locations as you like.
Consultation closes 5pm Monday 22 June 2026.
