Traffic counts as a basis

Traffic, air pollution, and road safety are crucial factors in determining the quality of life in a city. Accurate traffic data is essential for developing effective solutions and policies. This data should include counts of cars, heavy vehicles, public transport, cyclists, and pedestrians. Telraam simplifies traffic counting for residents and independent groups like ours by providing a highly accurate, low-cost traffic counter that can be easily placed on a window with a view of the street.

Using Telraam, we gain valuable insights into the traffic patterns on our street, including daily variations and vehicle speeds. This information will help us advise Cork City and County Council on infrastructure improvements, contributing to a healthier, more active, and safer city.

Why are we doing this?

Traffic counts mainly take place on main roads, and our local governments have not much data to base policy on it. The Telraam sensors give us more insight into traffic flows in our city. For example, the effect of traffic interventions can become clear. Think cut-through traffic. But the traffic density in comparable streets, schoolzones in several municipalities can also be compared. This provides you with interesting information about the place where you live.

But researchers and policymakers can also benefit from this data. For example, to look at the relationship between traffic, traffic behaviour and quality of life in neighbourhoods and what measures may be necessary.

You can help!

We aim to place our counters in key locations and along major roads, and we are seeking the assistance in this endeavour. Your participation can contribute to making your local roads safer and cleaner. We will provide all the necessary support to ensure the setup process is easy and seamless. Contact us for more information.

About us

The Cork Cycling Campaign is a volunteer group promoting utility and recreational cycling in Cork City and County. Founded in 1999, the Campaign advocates for improved conditions for people cycling in Cork and strives for recognition and promotion of cycling as an essential form of transport. Cork Cycling Campaign has been the voice of people cycling in Cork for 20 years; we have over 500 members and over 50 volunteers. We engage regularly with the media and key stakeholders on transport questions.

We are completely funded by you based on donations and run by volunteers. If you want to see more Traffic Counters or a safer city, you can help our cause by donating.

Recent Reports

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