Thurrock Tops UK's Busiest Roads; Scottish Highlands Quietest
A new map has revealed the UK's busiest and quietest roads, with Thurrock in England topping the list for highest traffic per hour per kilometre. The study, based on traffic per hour per kilometre, highlights the impact of urbanisation and proximity to major transport hubs on road usage.
Thurrock, located near the M25 and Dartford Crossing, has the highest traffic per hour per kilometre in the UK, with 210.7 vehicles per hour per kilometre. Closely following is Hillingdon in London, influenced by Heathrow Airport, with 225.2 vehicles per hour per kilometre. Hounslow, also in London, takes the top spot with 232.2 vehicles per hour per kilometre, likely due to its proximity to Heathrow Airport.
Understanding traffic per hour per kilometre is crucial beyond managing congestion. It affects environmental impact, road maintenance, and accessibility in sparsely populated areas. The Scottish Highlands, for instance, have some of the least densely populated road networks due to their rugged terrain and sparse population. Powys, the largest Welsh county by area, also ranks low with 21.5 vehicles per hour per kilometre, reflecting its vast rural landscape. Remote Scottish island communities like Orkney Islands and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar in the Western Isles also show minimal road usage. Conversely, urban areas, particularly London boroughs, dominate the rankings due to their dense populations and extensive road networks. Cardiff, as a major commuter hub, ranks fourth in Wales with 201.9 vehicles per hour per kilometre. The Isles of Scilly have the lowest traffic per hour per kilometre in the UK, with 4.7 vehicles per hour per kilometre, due to its small population and limited road network.
The map provides valuable insights into road usage across the UK, with Thurrock and other London boroughs leading in traffic per hour per kilometre. Meanwhile, remote rural and island communities show significantly lower usage. Understanding these patterns can help inform policy decisions regarding infrastructure development, environmental protection, and accessibility.
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