Traffic delays on the A2 have surged in 2024, particularly in Lewisham, where average delays hit 202.5 seconds per mile, the highest in Greater London. Southwark follows with 155.7 seconds per mile, a notable increase from previous years. Medway also experiences significant congestion, rising to 111.1 seconds per mile. In contrast, Bexley, Greenwich, and Kent report much lower delays. Over five years, Lewisham and Southwark have seen worsening trends, while Medway's delays have doubled. These statistics reveal a growing congestion issue in inner London and adjacent areas.
The figures are measured in seconds per vehicle per mile (spvpm), reflecting the delays cars experience. Lewisham topped the list at 202.5 spvpm in 2024.
In Lewisham, the congestion problem has intensified, with delays rising from 199.4 seconds per mile in 2020 to 202.5 in 2024, despite a slight drop from last year.
The trend shows that delays in Medway have increased significantly over recent years, soaring from 75.0 seconds per mile in 2020 to 111.1 in 2024.
While delays on the A2 have fluctuated, the overall trend indicates worsening congestion, especially in London's inner boroughs like Southwark and Lewisham.
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