Ripon Together ran an online survey between 15 September and 3 October 2025 to understand local attitudes toward a possible 20mph speed limit in Ripon. The survey was initially shared with members of Ripon Together (approximately 250 people) via email and later promoted more widely through social media, including Facebook community groups.
A total of 408 responses were received, including 163 written comments.
The aim was not to make a decision but to gauge public opinion, inform discussion, and help identify what further information or evidence might be needed before any policy proposals are developed.
- Headline Findings
Responses showed a strong division of opinion.
| Response | Percentage of total (all 408 responses) |
| Strongly Oppose | 38% |
| Strongly Support | 26% |
| Others (neutral or mixed) | 36% |
Early responses (from members and followers of Ripon Together) were broadly balanced, with similar proportions strongly supporting or opposing the idea.
However, once the survey was shared on wider Facebook groups, the overall pattern shifted, with opposition increasing sharply.
Ripon Together concludes that any next stage should focus on establishing and sharing clear, factual information on the likely impacts of 20mph limits.
This should include:
- Evidence from other towns and cities where 20mph schemes have already been introduced (e.g. changes in accidents, injuries, emissions, and public satisfaction).
- Five-year accident and casualty data for Ripon, to understand local safety patterns and where risk is highest.
- Consideration of enforcement feasibility, cost, and community compliance.
You can find the survey here https://www.ripontogether.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ripon-Together-20MPH-Report.pdf