Average speed cameras will be installed on a stretch of the A3083 in Helston later this year.
The section of road which runs alongside RNAS Culdrose has seen several road collisions over recent years, with inquests ruling excess speed a contributory factor.
Almost 2,000 people signed a petition calling for average speed cameras shortly after a fatal collision in late 2024.
And following an inquest in November 2025, Cornwall Coroner Guy Davies highlighted that better speed enforcement was needed on the road to prevent further tragic incidents.
Proposals to install the cameras and lower the speed limit from 60mph to 50mph were put to public consultation earlier this year. The response was mixed, with 62% of respondents objecting to the lower speed limit.
Taking these concerns into account and following further review of the scheme, the speed limit will remain at 60mph.
Dan Rogerson, Cornwall Council cabinet member for transport, said:
“We all want our roads to be as safe as possible. Average speed cameras not only help ensure drivers stick to the speed limit, but they also encourage greater awareness, prompting motorists to stay alert to their surroundings as they travel through these areas.
“One person killed on our roads is one too many and, in the case of this particular stretch, there have been a number of young people who have had their lives cut tragically short, as well as others who have suffered serious injuries.”
The average speed cameras will be funded by Cornwall Council and Vision Zero South West.
Alison Hernandez, Police & Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, is chair of Vision Zero South West.
Commissioner Hernandez said:
“Speed remains one of the biggest factors in road traffic collisions. Excessive speed gives people less time to react and significantly increases your chances of being killed or seriously injured in the event of a crash.
“We want people to be at their best behind the wheel and we know that safety camera schemes help achieve this.
“This road has seen far too much tragedy in recent years, so I am pleased to see this camera scheme getting the green light as we know it will help protect all road users.”
Story posted May 28, 2026