Speeding reported in Buckinghamshire villages near Wycombe

Speeding has been reported in several Buckinghamshire villages <i>(Image: TVP)</i>
Speeding has been reported in several Buckinghamshire villages (Image: TVP)
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Speeding checks are taking place in numerous Buckinghamshire villages following reports from concern residents.

Officers from Thames Valley Police have been seen in Monks Risborough, Walters Ash and Askett after carrying out surveys to assess whether motorists are exceeding the limit.

The checks took place on Mill Lane in Monks Risborough, Main Road in Walters Ash and in Askett Village, with officers monitoring traffic during key travel periods including commuting times and school drop-off and pick-up hours.

A spokesperson for said: “Speed surveys help identify if there is a speeding issue in an area and are used to monitor the speed of vehicles in areas.”

The force said the information gathered is reviewed before speed enforcement is carried out, with drivers caught speeding liable to receive tickets.

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