Join the drive for safer streets in Holybrook

Published: 15 April 2025

Holybrook Parish Council, in partnership with Thames Valley Police (TVP), is proud to announce the launch of Community Speed Watch (CSW) in Holybrook Parish. This is in response to residential concerns about speeding within our parish.

In late winter this year, Community Speed Watch signs were installed at five entrance points across the Parish, from Dorking Way to Underwood Road, to raise awareness and signal that speeds within the Parish are being recorded and, where appropriate, reported to Thames Valley Police. CSW is a firm step towards ensuring greater safety on our roads.

Why Speed Watch matters

The Speed Watch initiative is designed to promote safer driving habits and increase awareness of speed limits in residential and high-risk areas. This proactive approach to road safety benefits the community in several ways:

Improved safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers
Deterrence of repeat offenders through visible monitoring and police engagement
A stronger sense of community ownership and responsibility
Potential reduction in traffic accidents and related injuries
Closer collaboration between residents and local law enforcement

Importantly, this is not just about catching speeders; it’s about encouraging a culture of caution, care, and accountability on our roads.

Get involved - We need your help!

For the CSW initiative to thrive, local volunteers are needed. Resident participation is at the heart of this programme, and your involvement could make a real difference.

Volunteers support the work of Thames Valley Police, monitoring and recording instances of speeding. Full training and ongoing support will be provided, so no prior experience is necessary, just a commitment to keeping Holybrook safe.

How to volunteer

If you would like to join the scheme or find out more, you can:

ü Call the Parish Office: 0118 945 4339

ü Email the Parish Office: clerk@holybrook-pc.gov.uk

ü Visit in person: Holybrook Parish Office is open Monday to Friday, 10:00am to 1:00pm (excluding Bank Holidays)

ü Email Thames Valley Police directly: SpeedWatch@thamesvalley.police.uk

For further details about the initiative, please visit the official TVP Community Speed Watch page here .