Perth Precinct Transport Study
The City of Vincent is undertaking the Perth Precinct Transport Study to address ongoing safety concerns and redirect regional traffic. Many drivers are currently using neighbourhood roads instead of nearby distributor roads, which impacts safety and the liveability of the area where people live, work and spend time.
The study will develop a longer-term traffic management plan for the precinct, with a focus on Brisbane Street between Lake Street and Palmerston Street.
It will identify practical improvements to make streets safer, prioritise local access and better manage how traffic moves through the area.
Background
The study follows a community petition submitted to Council in March 2024, raising concerns about traffic volumes, speeding, driver behaviour and parking on Brisbane Street between Lake Street and Palmerston Street.
In response, Council endorsed a series of actions in April 2024, including the design and consultation of low-cost safety improvements, changes to parking and the development of a longer-term plan to address cut-through traffic and improve conditions for residents.
Current projects
Speed limit reduced to 40km/h for Brisbane Street
Speed limit reduced to 50km/h on Lord Street
Brisbane Street Low Cost Urban Road Safety Project
Completed projects
Latest news
Posted 21 May 2026
Traffic-calming improvements for Brisbane St
The City of Vincent and Main Roads WA are partnering to deliver a series of traffic-calming improvements across Brisbane Street as part of the Low-Cost Urban Road Safety Program.
Posted 18 May 2026
Speed limit reduced to 40km/h for Brisbane Street
The 50 km/h speed limit on Brisbane Street between William and Beaufort Street will be adjusted to 40 km/h.
Posted 04 May 2026
Speed limit reduced to 50km/h on Lord Street
The existing 60 km/h speed limit on Lord Street between Walcott Street and Brewer Street will be adjusted to the built up area speed limit of 50 km/h.
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