Motorists across Birmingham are being forced to slow down after significant speed limit reductions came into force on nearly thirty major routes.
Major Roads Affected by New Limits
The city council has slashed the limit from 40mph to 30mph on a total of 27 main arterial roads. This sweeping change impacts some of the busiest corridors in the city, including prominent routes like the A34 Walsall Road, A45 Coventry Road, and sections of the A38 Bristol Road South.
The changes, which were announced on 6 December 2025, form a central part of a major new safety initiative. Councillor Majid Mahmood confirmed the measures are the first steps taken following the council's declaration of a "road safety emergency".
Enforcement and Safety Message
To support the new regulations, new speed cameras have been installed on several of the affected routes. This enforcement includes average speed check technology designed to monitor compliance over longer stretches.
The council's core message to drivers is clear: "Slower is Safer". Authorities have stressed that this is not a revenue-raising exercise, but a critical life-saving effort aimed at reducing deaths and serious injuries on Birmingham's roads.
West Midlands Police has given its full backing to the initiative. The force's chief constable has expressed hope that the combination of lower limits and robust enforcement will lead to a tangible drop in the number of people seriously harmed or killed.
Consequences for Drivers
Drivers are being urged to strictly adhere to the new 30mph limits to avoid penalties. Those who fail to comply face the standard consequences of speeding, which include fines and penalty points on their driving licences.
This large-scale intervention underscores the council's determined focus on improving road safety outcomes for all residents and visitors using the city's transport network.
