The traffic measures in Prinsenbeek show that they are effective. Since their introduction, through traffic through the village during the morning rush hour has decreased significantly. This achieves an important goal of the measures: reducing traffic without origin or destination in Prinsenbeek and improving livability and traffic safety. This is evident from a first analysis of the figures after three months.
The measure was introduced because Prinsenbeek has long suffered from nuisance caused by too much traffic without origin or destination in the village. This caused congestion and unsafe situations. Therefore, since December 8, 2025, a rush hour measure applies between 07:00 and 09:00, supported by ANPR cameras that register the traffic.
Almost 4,000 fewer cars per day during the morning rush hour
The analysis after three months shows that the measure works. The number of vehicles in the area has clearly decreased. In the period from October 20 to December 8, an average of 8,049 vehicles passed the ANPR cameras. After the measure was introduced, this decreased to an average of 4,466 vehicles between December 8 and February 9, and further to 4,185 vehicles in the period from February 9 to February 28.
Alderman for mobility Arnoud van Vliet: The first results are very positive. We see that the measure works: through traffic has decreased significantly and thus we achieve an important goal. That means more peace and safety for the residents of Prinsenbeek.
89% decrease in traffic without origin or destination in Prinsenbeek
Traffic without origin or destination in Prinsenbeek has also decreased significantly. During the warning period, this traffic already decreased by 82%. Since the start of enforcement with fines, this decrease has further increased to 89%. Holiday periods have been excluded from these calculations. Thus, the intended reduction of through rush hour traffic is more than achieved.
Village still accessible
For residents, businesses and visitors, there are various exemption possibilities so that the village remains accessible. Meanwhile, 74% of the residents have applied for an exemption. The municipality sees that the exemption system functions in practice and continues to critically monitor its proper use.
Effects continue to follow
The municipality of Breda continues to monitor the effects of the measures. At the end of March, a survey among residents and entrepreneurs will also be conducted to include experiences from the village in the further evaluation. In addition, Breda continues to engage in discussions with surrounding municipalities and partners about the regional mobility challenge. Traffic flows do not stop at the municipal boundary. Together with the region, solutions are sought that contribute to better flow and livability in the entire region.