Work to create the city’s newest sustainable transport hub is underway on Osmaston Road, following the success of similar hubs elsewhere in the city.

Mobility hubs give residents greater choice when deciding how to travel, as well as making it easier to choose sustainable methods such as electric vehicles (EV), car share clubs, and cycling. The hubs are also continually monitored, helping the Council to learn more about the area’s transport needs.

Following the installation of mobility hubs in the Chaddesden and Six Streets areas, work will begin on Monday 19 May to create the latest hub, which will include:

  • Electric vehicle (EV) charging and dedicated parking for up to three EVs
  • Additional Enterprise Car Club vehicles
  • An accessible seating area with bike storage, designed in consultation with local businesses, ward councillors and the Police
  • Interactive information totem with live travel updates

Councillor Carmel Swan, Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Transport and Sustainability said:

Mobility hubs are a fantastic addition to Derby’s ever-growing transport offer, giving residents greater choice and helping them to travel more sustainably.

“We’ve already seen the benefits to residents in Chaddesden and the Six Streets area, so I’m pleased that residents in Osmaston will soon be able to reap the benefits.

“Our teams have taken the time to learn from previous hubs and feedback from residents and we’re confident that this latest hub will become a welcome addition to the community.

To allow essential infrastructure to be installed, a small section of Whittington Street near the junction of Osmaston Road will be closed between Monday 19 and Friday 23 May. Diversion routes will be clearly signposted.

The mobility hub will be funded by the Department for Transport (DFT)’s Future Transport Zones Fund, which was awarded to Derby City Council to trial new and exciting developments in transport.

Residents who would like to know more about the mobility hubs can get in touch with the Future Transport Zones team by emailing traffic.management@derby.gov.uk.