Earlier this year, Gregory invited residents in Farnham, Hale, Badshot Lea and Wrecclesham to share their views through a local transport survey. The aim was to gather first-hand insight into the transport issues that affect people day to day - from speeding and road conditions to congestion and the availability of local bus services. The response was strong, with hundreds of submissions received online and by post, and the results have since informed Gregory’s ongoing conversations with both local and national authorities.
A downloadable PDF with maps and a breakdown of responses is available at the bottom of this page.
The majority of residents said they were concerned about road maintenance, traffic speed and the reliability of local bus services. Many also raised specific worries about the HGV ban in North Farnham and congestion along the A31. A summary of the survey findings is set out below.
| Issue | Most common response | % of respondents |
| Speeding | Speeding near home rated 8 or above out of 10 | 34% |
| Road condition | Road resurfacing selected as top issue | 75% |
| HGV enforcement | Support for automated cameras in Upper Hale | 40% |
| A31 priorities | Improve traffic flow in/out of Farnham | 45% |
| Bus service improvements | Increase bus frequency | 45% |
After receiving the results, Gregory met with the Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth at Surrey County Council to raise the key points and explore next steps. Since that meeting, several updates have been confirmed.
On Upper Hale Road, a new 20mph speed limit has been approved while enforcement of the 7.5-tonne HGV restriction, which many residents said was not being respected, continues to be carried out by Surrey County Council’s mobile enforcement vehicle. However, a fixed camera is now also due to be installed near the junction with Folly Hill. This camera is expected to become operational from September 2025. To help prevent future contraventions, new HGV warning signs will also be added along the A287, following agreement with Hampshire County Council.
In Wrecclesham, some residents raised concerns about the speed and safety of traffic along the A325. Gregory has written to the Divisional Councillor for Farnham South offering a meeting to go through the survey results in more detail and encourage a joint approach to addressing the issues raised. Although recent speed survey data collected near Echo Barn Lane shows average speeds remain within the 30mph limit, residents continue to report concerns about traffic volume and pedestrian safety. A pedestrian refuge and upgraded bus stop were installed on the A325 in 2022 and appear to have helped calm traffic. Nonetheless, Gregory has made clear that he will continue advocating for further safety measures where evidence supports them.
The survey also highlighted widespread dissatisfaction with the reliability and coverage of local bus services. Nearly half of respondents said they wanted to see more frequent services, and more than a quarter asked for real-time service information at stops. As part of the Farnham Town Centre improvement scheme, two new shelters – at West Street and The Borough – will be installed with real-time passenger information displays. In addition, five more shelters with live information displays are being planned for East Street, Woolmead Way, West Street (additional stop), Dogflud Way at the leisure centre, and one other central location. These improvements aim to make local transport more accessible and predictable, particularly for those without access to a car.
| Suggested Bus Improvements | % of respondents |
| More frequent buses | 45% |
| Live information at bus stops | 27% |
| More routes (coverage) | 14% |
| Cheaper fares | 15% |
Gregory is also continuing to raise these concerns at a national level. Earlier this year, he secured a meeting with the Minister for Local Transport to discuss service issues in North Farnham and across the wider constituency. He intends to reconvene this meeting once the next Parliamentary session begins and will use the findings of this survey to help make the case for improved funding and fairer access to public transport in semi-rural areas.
Finally, many residents raised the poor condition of local roads as a top concern. Road resurfacing was far and away the most common issue highlighted in the survey, with drainage problems and poor markings also frequently mentioned. Surrey County Council has since shared its current and proposed programme of resurfacing works for the Farnham and Bordon area, which includes a number of schemes planned for this financial year. These will be published on Gregory’s website as they are confirmed.
Gregory is grateful to everyone who took the time to take part in the survey. He is using the results to inform follow-up meetings and correspondence with councillors, ministers, and officers across relevant agencies. Residents who missed the survey are still encouraged to get in touch, as feedback continues to shape how these issues are raised and followed up on.
