A speed limit sign reads "20 Zone" with a red circle around "20". It's set against lush green bushes and the exterior of an urban stone building.

Signs Being Installed, North of the City

New 20mph speed limit signs are now being installed across streets in the North of Aberdeen — and once signs are in place, the new limit becomes enforceable.

Aberdeen City Council Co-Leader Cllr Ian Yuill said:

“Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable on our streets. Lower speeds mean fewer serious injuries and safer streets for everyone.”

Cllr Miranda Radley, Vice Convener of the Net Zero, Environment & Transport Committee, added:

“A person hit at 30mph is seven times more likely to die than at 20mph. Introducing 20mph limits in residential areas is a key step in improving road safety.”

This rollout supports the Scottish Government’s plan to expand 20mph limits across built-up areas, helping to halve road deaths by 2030 and reduce them to zero by 2050.

The city’s central and southern areas will follow after the northern installation is complete.

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12:00, 17 Nov 2025 by cgmelville