Balcombe Road Mentone - Proposed Traffic Changes

Background

Council has received ongoing community feedback about traffic congestion and pedestrian safety in Mentone, particularly along Balcombe Road and near the shopping precinct.

In response, we undertook a detailed traffic study and modelling exercise to better understand local traffic patterns and identify opportunities to improve traffic flow and safety. The study found:

• Opportunities to improve traffic flow along Balcombe Road, benefiting the broader road network.

• Significant school-related traffic within the activity centre.

• The need to support safe and efficient access as the Mentone Activity Centre continues to grow.

Proposed 12-month trial

Council is proposing a 12-month trial to close vehicle access to the Woolworths car park from Balcombe Road.

During the trial:

• Drivers will not be able to turn left or right into the car park from Balcombe Road.

• Access will instead be via nearby signalised intersections, including Davies Street and Como Parade West.

Why this change?

Community feedback identified poor traffic flow on Balcombe Road as a key concern.

This trial aims to:

• Improve traffic flow by removing turning vehicles that currently obstruct through traffic.

• Enhance pedestrian safety by reducing the distance required to cross Balcombe Road to access the car park.

• Measure the impact of the change on traffic conditions in Mentone over a 12-month period.

Have your say

We encourage you to share your feedback and help shape safer, more efficient transport outcomes for Mentone.

You can share your views by:

• Taking part in our online survey via the link below
• Make a further submission by emailing info@kingston.vic.gov.au, mailing PO Box 1000 Mentone, or calling 1300 653 356.

Further Information

For further information please contact the Traffic & Transport team on 1300 653 356.