Prinsenbeek sees 50% drop in morning traffic after new measures
Residents of Prinsenbeek are experiencing quieter and safer streets as new traffic measures cut morning through traffic by half. The initiative, aimed at reducing congestion and improving livability, has already shown significant results after three months.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Reduction in morning traffic | From 8,049 to 4,185 vehicles (48% decrease) |
| Through traffic reduction | 89% drop in traffic without origin or destination in Prinsenbeek |
| Implementation date | December 8, 2025 |
| Peak measure hours | 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM |
| Exemptions applied for | 74% of residents |
| Monitoring method | ANPR cameras and resident surveys |
| Next evaluation step | Survey among residents and entrepreneurs at the end of March 2026 |
The municipality of Breda is responsible for implementing local traffic policies to enhance livability and safety in its districts, including Prinsenbeek. These measures are part of broader efforts to manage regional mobility challenges and reduce congestion in residential areas.
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Analysis after three months of traffic measures in Prinsenbeek: clear reduction in through traffic
The traffic measures in Prinsenbeek show that they are effective. Since their introduction, through traffic in the village during the morning peak 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 an initial analysis of the figures after three months.
The measure was introduced because Prinsenbeek has been suffering from nuisance caused by too much traffic without origin or destination in the village for years. This led to congestion and unsafe situations. Since December 8, 2025, a peak measure has been in place between 7:00 and 9:00 AM, supported by ANPR cameras that register the traffic.
Almost 4,000 fewer cars per day during the morning peak
The analysis after three months shows that the measure is working. The number of vehicles in the area has decreased significantly. In the period from October 20 to December 8, an average of 8,049 vehicles passed the ANPR cameras. After the introduction of the measure, 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.
Deputy mayor of mobility Arnoud van Vliet: ‘The initial results are very positive. We see that the measure is working: through traffic has decreased significantly, and thus we achieve an important goal. This means more peace and safety for the residents of Prinsenbeek.’
Reduction of 89% 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 reduction has further increased to 89%. Holiday periods have been excluded from these calculations. This means that the intended reduction in through peak traffic is more than achieved.
Village remains accessible
For residents, businesses, and visitors, there are various exemption possibilities, so 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 be monitored
The municipality of Breda continues to monitor the effects of the measures. Additionally, a survey among residents and entrepreneurs will be conducted at the end of March to include experiences from the village in the further evaluation. Furthermore, Breda remains in dialogue with surrounding municipalities and partners about the regional mobility agenda. Traffic flows do not stop at the municipal border. Together with the region, solutions are being sought that contribute to better traffic flow and livability in the entire region.