OVER 100 new secure cycle storage spaces could be installed in Oxford.

Oxfordshire County Council is to consider plans for 104 spaces in eight streets in the Iffley and St Mary’s areas.

Approximately five on road parking spaces will need to be removed across the eight streets to provide space for the storage areas.

The council reported that where possible, any space lost will be replaced by alternative spaces close by.

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A consultation on the storage spaces took place in November and December 2020.

Yvonne Constance, the council’s cabinet member for transport, said: “Feedback from residents in Oxford has outlined that secure cycle parking is one of the key issues that would make a difference in choosing cycling over other modes of local transport.

“This, combined with other supporting measures included in the recently awarded Active Travel grant, will help to boost rates of cycling in Oxford as part of our commitment to developing a comprehensive cycle infrastructure for the city.”

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Thames Valley Police has identified the need for secure cycle parking in response to a problem with cycle theft in the areas.

Once fitted, the stands will be maintained by Oxford City Council on the county council’s behalf.

The Streetpod product by the Cyclepods company allows eight bikes to be parked securely in the same amount of space used to park an average sized car.