To support Luton Council in their vision for a carbon neutral borough by 2040.
Our Aim
To encourage travel via sustainable methods as part of our commitment to minimise our impact on the environment.
Achievements so far
Appoint a travel plan co-ordinator
Achieved bronze travel plan award
Our Objectives
Develop the travel co-ordinator at Luton Point in continuing to review travel to the centre and particularly to improve action by tenanted businesses towards a reduced reliance on private automotive transport.
Encourage non-car use by a combination of the above and encouragement of alternatives.
Use pricing strategy to maximise use of the available parking numbers but centred on retail shopping visits
Reduce overall parking numbers.
By Foot (34%)
Primary shopper concentrated within or around the town.
50% of shoppers travelling less than 11 minutes
34% of visitors walked to the centre
Almost all roads have a footpath on both sides.
By Bus (27%)
Most popular bus operators are Arriva and Centrebus.
Bus stops are located around the town centre including: Luton Station interchange, Silver Street, Park Street, Church Street and St George’s Square.
The Luton – Dunstable Busway opened in 2013 connecting the two towns.
Aim: Promote the Staff Arriva Travel Discount Scheme.
By Car (28%)
3 car parks with 1,557 parking spaces available.
72 disabled bays.
72 family spaces.
4 electric car charging points.
Extended Shopmobility, a local charity that provides wheelchairs and scooters to people with walking difficulties in Market Car Park.
Aim: Manage supply and cost of parking to encourage alternative transportation
By Bike (2%)
Cycle racks can be found adjacent to Market Car Park in John Street, at the Travel Interchange, St Georges Square and Park Square.
Aim: To promote the cycling strategy and reduce dependency on private cars.
By Taxi (4%)
Taxi stands located at Park Square, Upper George Street and at the Travel Interchange.