Ripple Transport Planning. Supporting Development Applications.
- Ripple
- Jun 30, 2025
- 3 min read
Launching a new development is never straightforward. Transport and movement considerations often shape whether a site is viable, whether a scheme is policy compliant, and ultimately whether planning permission can be secured.
Ripple was created to address a recurring issue we see across the development sector. Transport planning is too often reactive, over complicated, or disconnected from wider place making objectives. Our purpose is to change that.
Ripple is an independent transport planning consultancy providing clear, proportionate and commercially focused advice to support development across the UK.
Why Ripple exists
Transport planning plays a critical role in shaping places, yet it is frequently brought into the process too late or treated as a technical obstacle rather than a strategic opportunity.
Ripple exists to help landowners, developers and project teams make better decisions earlier. By focusing on feasibility, access, movement strategy and policy alignment from the outset, we help unlock sites and de risk planning outcomes.
Our approach is grounded in three core principles.
Clarity. We provide advice that is easy to understand, clearly reasoned and focused on what matters for decision making.
Proportionality. We tailor the level of assessment to the scale and impact of development, avoiding unnecessary work while maintaining technical robustness.
Value. By streamlining workflows and using the right technology, we focus our expertise where it delivers the greatest benefit to clients.
You can read more about our mission and how we work on the About page.
What we do
Transport Planning for Development Applications
Ripple provides transport planning services across the full development lifecycle, from early site appraisal through to post application support.
We work closely with planning consultants, engineers, architects and environmental teams to ensure transport considerations are fully integrated into the design of new places.
Our core services include:
Site access and feasibility studies
Strategic transport advice for land promotion and Local Plan sites
Pre application transport scoping and engagement with highway authorities
Transport Assessments and Transport Statements
Movement strategies and sustainable travel planning
Construction Traffic Management Plans
Post application technical support and appeal evidence
Each service is delivered with a clear focus on planning outcomes, deliverability and policy compliance.
Full details of our services are available on the Services page.
Who we work with
Ripple supports a wide range of development sectors, including:
Residential and mixed use developments
Strategic land and new communities
Employment and logistics
Energy and renewables
Healthcare and education
Town centre and regeneration schemes
We understand that each sector has its own challenges, policy context and stakeholder environment. Our role is to provide advice that is technically sound while remaining commercially aware.
Explore the sectors we work in on the Sectors page.
A smarter way of working
A key part of Ripple’s approach is using technology intelligently to improve efficiency and value. This includes streamlined reporting, consistent technical frameworks and digital tools that reduce repetition and focus time on professional judgement.
For clients, this means competitive fees, quicker turnaround times, and advice that is focused on unlocking progress rather than generating unnecessary complexity.
Looking ahead
Ripple has been established to support better development outcomes through thoughtful, well considered transport planning.
Whether you are assessing a new site, promoting land through the planning system, or responding to technical consultation feedback, our aim is to provide clear advice you can rely on.
If you would like to discuss a project or explore how Ripple can support your development, please get in touch via the Contact page.
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