UPDATE: Kirkcaldy 20 mph Speed Limit

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Closes 13 Apr 2026

Road Safety In Kirkcaldy

1. Over ½ of all road traffic fatalities in cities and towns in Scotland were pedestrians and cyclists. Reducing traffic speeds in Kirkcaldy will save lives. Are there any streets you feel we have missed from our proposals?

Transport Scotland Statement

Brake the Road Safety Charity

2. Reducing the speed limit to 20 mph will have a minimal impact on journey times (less than ½ minute to a two-mile trip). How do you feel about this?

20 mph Study

3. Do you think the speed limit should be 20 mph near schools, hospitals, play parks, community facilities, shops, and in residential areas?
4. Road safety is a high priority for Fife Council. Helping people get to their destination safely by reducing speed limits in urban areas is a national strategy for Scotland. How would you prioritize road safety in Kirkcaldy? 1 being a low priority and 5 being the highest priority
5. Do you have any other feedback on the 20 mph limit proposal for Kirkcaldy?