The project, a top priority for Executive Mayor Jason Perry, will see over 100 locations equipped with modern shelters designed to enhance the experience of the borough’s 88,000 daily bus users.
Croydon Council, in partnership with Transport for London (TfL), has begun installing new bus shelters across the borough, replacing those removed in 2021. The project, a top priority for Executive Mayor Jason Perry, will see over 100 locations equipped with modern shelters designed to enhance the experience of the borough’s 88,000 daily bus users.
The agreement between the Council and TfL ensures the shelters will be installed, maintained, and regularly cleaned at no cost to the Council. The new shelters will match the functionality of the previous ones, offering much-needed protection and comfort to passengers waiting for buses.
“This was one of my key priorities as Mayor, and it’s great to see the shelters going in,” said Mayor Perry. “We’ve worked closely with TfL to deliver this vital infrastructure for Croydon residents, making bus journeys more convenient and accessible.”
The initiative forms part of a broader effort by TfL to improve public transport in Croydon. Last year, the borough saw the introduction of the Superloop route SL5, connecting Bromley North and Croydon, as part of TfL’s investment in sustainable travel.
“These shelters provide essential travel infrastructure for Croydon residents,” said Carl Eddleston, TfL’s Director of Network Management and Resilience. “We hope they encourage more people to use the bus network. TfL will continue working with Croydon Council and other boroughs to enhance public transport and support sustainable travel across London.”
With the first shelters now installed, the project is set to roll out across the borough in the coming months, offering improved facilities for Croydon’s growing population of bus users.
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