We prepare Transport Assessments that provide clear, defensible evidence to support planning applications. Our work covers access design, trip generation, junction capacity assessments, parking and servicing reviews, sustainable travel analysis and the wider transport impacts of development. We focus on producing concise, practical reports that address the specific requirements of the local highway authority and demonstrate that your proposal is safe, workable and compliant with policy.
What a Transport Assessment includes
Our Transport Assessments are tailored to the scale and nature of your site. They typically cover:
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Site access and junction design
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Trip generation and trip distribution analysis
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Junction modelling (PICADY, ARCADY, LinSig)
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Traffic impact assessment
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Parking and servicing strategy
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Walking, cycling and public transport review
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Sustainable transport opportunities
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Swept path analysis
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Transport mitigation and improvement measures
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Local, Regional and National Transport Policy review
Every report is written clearly and concisely, focused on the issues that matter to planners and highway authorities.
Why a Transport Assessment may be required
Most developments that generate a noticeable level of traffic or alter access arrangements will require a Transport Assessment or Transport Statement to support a planning application. Local planning authorities use these documents to understand whether:
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the site can be accessed safely
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the local network has capacity
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parking and servicing are suitable
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active travel and public transport needs are met
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construction traffic can be managed
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any mitigation is required
We work closely with authorities to agree scope early, ensuring the assessment remains proportionate and avoids unnecessary work.
Our approach
We take a clear, structured approach to every Transport Assessment:
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Agree scope early with the local highway authority.
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Gather accurate baseline data, including traffic surveys where required.
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Assess access feasibility and undertake visibility and swept path checks.
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Analyse trip generation and traffic impact using recognised tools and data sources.
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Model junctions where necessary to demonstrate capacity and safety.
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Review sustainable travel options and integrate policy requirements.
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Recommend proportionate mitigation where evidence indicates a need.
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Present findings clearly so decision-makers can rely on them.
Our assessments are concise, evidence-based and written in clean, understandable language.
Who we support
We prepare Transport Assessments for:
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Residential developments
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Logistics and distribution sites
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Retail and leisure schemes
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Commercial and employment land
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Healthcare and education projects
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Energy and infrastructure developments
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Mixed-use developments
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Strategic land promotion
Our experience across England, Scotland and Wales gives us strong insight into regional policy and highway authority expectations.
Need a Transport Assessment for your planning application?
Get in touch and we will confirm the scope, requirements and next steps within one working day.
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