More than 20 Sheffield drivers told off after speed trap set up in new 20mph limit street
Speed trap set up on 20mph street
More than 20 drivers were given a telling off after police set up a speed trap on a Sheffield that’s been turned into a 20mph zone.
Psalter Lane fell under a raft of city council road changes made in the Banner Cross area in late 2025.
South Yorkshire Police sent officers to record drivers on the mile-long route this week (April 14).
A post on the Sheffield South West neighbourhood policing team page reads: “We have recently received reports of cars driving at excessive speed along Psalter Lane in the Banner Cross area of Sheffield.
“Due to these reports, we deployed our PCSOs out on the street this morning to see what we could find.
“This proactive work led to over 20 vehicles being recorded doing over the speed limit of 20 mph.
“Drivers of these vehicles were pulled over and spoken to about their speed and the risks around driving over the speed limit. These risks include an increased chance of road traffic collisions, more life changing injuries and fatalities. Not to mention the points on your licence and the higher fuel consumption!
“Speed limits are there for a reason. Please ensure you are adhering to these to protect you, other road users and pedestrians.”
South Yorkshire Police has been asked if any drivers were arrested or handed speeding fines. Neither of these powers afforded to PSCOs.