Use our online form to report a location where you think a pedestrian crossing is needed in Edinburgh.
Types of pedestrian crossing
There are 2 types of pedestrian crossing, controlled and uncontrolled.
Uncontrolled crossings
The types of uncontrolled pedestrian crossing you may see in Edinburgh.
Pedestrian island
A raised area in the middle of the road that gives pedestrians a safe area to wait between opposite streams of traffic when crossing the road.
Raised table
A raised flat area across the full width of the road that slows traffic.
Continuous footpath
The pavement continues across the road giving pedestrians priority to cross whilst forcing drivers to slow down.
Build out
A widened pavement that narrows the road and reduces the distance pedestrians need to cross.
Controlled crossings
Controlled crossings are designated crossing points where traffic are legally obliged to stop to allow pedestrians, cyclists or horse riders to cross safely. There are 5 types of controlled pedestrian crossing in the United Kingdom. See some examples below
Zebra crossing
Marked with black and white stripes on the road with a flashing amber globes. Drivers must stop when a pedestrian has stepped onto, then fully cleared, the crossing.
Signalised crossing
A traffic-light-controlled road crossing that dictates when it is safe to walk. Pedestrians request to cross using a push-button unit, which stops vehicles.
Request online
We assess requests every 3 months. We will consider each location and prioritise using a set of criteria. We will publish chosen locations on our road safety web pages.
Complete our online form to request a location for assessement.