Central Coast Council and NSW Police are joining forces this May in a bid to save lives and reduce the incidence and severity of speed-related road crashes on 50km/h local roads.

According to NSW Police, speeding continues to be a serious concern on the Central Coast, with over 22 percent of all crashes having speed as a contributing factor, which is almost six percent higher than the state average.

Large speed warning signs will be placed on strategic roads while Police will target drivers who speed on built-up streets zoned 50/km per hour.

Highway Patrol Sergeant Matt Rees said it was important drivers observed speed limits, as even a small increase in speed significantly increased the likelihood of being involved in a serious-injury collision or worse.

“All urban roads are zoned at 50km/h unless otherwise signposted,” Sergeant Rees said.

“Highway Patrol officers from Brisbane Water and Tuggerah Lakes are committed to reducing road trauma on Central Coast roads.

“This is why we are happy to work with Central Coast Council on such a vital project.”

Central Coast Mayor Jane Smith said education can have a big impact on reducing speeding and ultimately saving lives on the Central Coast.

“We have a higher than average incidence of speed-related crashes on the Central Coast, that needs to change and that is why we have joined forces with the NSW Police,” Mayor Smith said.

“We need people to understand speed limits on roads are there for a reason and sticking to them is important for the safety of the community. 

“By slowing down, you can be a part of saving lives on the Central Coast.”

The campaign will include 50km/h educational messages and police enforcement.