Busy Sheffield street could be closed at night after police report 'near misses'

Carver Street could be temporarily shut at night following complaints from South Yorkshire Police, who are worried about the safety of pedestrians.

Sheffield Council is looking into the request, but says the street has a car park and is well used by taxis.

A council report says: “A request for temporary night-time closure of Carver Street has been received, following reports from South Yorkshire Police of anti-social behaviour and near misses.

“Carver Street is a night-time economy hotspot, with a number of eating and drinking establishments on both sides, between West Street and Division Street.

“The bars are often busiest on Friday and Saturday nights, between the hours of 8pm and 2am.

“The nature of bars spanning both sides of the road encourages road crossings between vehicles in the parking bays, Carver Street car park and taxi drop-offs and pick-ups.

“These pedestrian movements are the main safety concern of police."

One issue the council needs to consider is whether it would have to relocate any facilities.

The report says: “This is an important location for the taxi trade, given the demand for the bars.

“Any closure would need to provide adequate relocation of facilities. Feasibility works will be undertaken to identify the best solutions to implement a night-time closure of Carver Street, considering street parking, taxi facilities and the car park.”

The council says any surveys will need to take into account there is currently less traffic and pedestrians during Covid-19.

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