After collecting feedback from more than 250 community members, in December 2024 Council adopted the final Vision and Guiding Principles for Henley Beach Road. More details of the Vision and its development can be found in the final Henley Beach Road Visioning Report.

What we heard

Feedback received during consultation is summarised in the Community Engagement Report.

Next steps

The Henley Beach Road project is long-term and is still in its early stages. We are currently focussing on investigations, and planning. Given the project's complexity, it will be developed in phases. Pilot projects will be conducted to ensure that proposed improvements align with our community's needs. Elements such as streetscape upgrades, public transport improvements and enhancements to the shopping and dining precincts will take time to design, test and implement.

Future opportunities to provide feedback will be available, hit the follow button at the top of this page to make sure you are informed when future consultations open.

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Henley Beach Road is an important place in West Torrens, rich in history, cultural diversity, and economic activity. Recognising the need to both celebrate and improve this important local destination, Council has developed a Vision and a series of guiding principles for Henley Beach Road to enhance its vibrancy and prosperity into the future.

The Vision and Guiding Principles relate to an approximately 3km section of Henley Beach Road between Airport Road and the Bakewell Underpass and Adelaide Parklands, as outlined in red:

The Henley Beach Road Vision and Guiding Principles have been developed based on investigations by urban design, traffic, and retail business specialists, and in consultation with Henley Beach Road traders and owners of commercial properties.

You and all who visit Henley Beach Road now have the opportunity to provide feedback on the Vision and Guiding Principles. Your contribution will support Council's efforts to make Henley Beach Road a major main street destination to be enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.

How to be involved

• Scroll down to give your feedback online.
• Check the key dates section of this page for details of community drop in and walk and talk events.
• Email your feedback to hbr@wtcc.sa.gov.au with the subject line "Henley Beach Road Visioning Project".
• Post your feedback to Henley Beach Road Visioning Project, City of West Torrens, 165 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Hilton SA 5033.

Henley Beach Road Vision and Guiding Principles

The Henley Beach Road Vision and Guiding Principles were developed based on:

• Studies undertaken by land use, traffic, transport and business specialists.
• Consultation with local businesses and other stakeholders.
• Reviewing successes and lessons from other urban corridors and main streets in Adelaide and beyond.
• In depth urban design analysis of the shopping and dining heart of Henley Beach Road between Hayward Avenue and Shipster Street.

The new Vision for Henley Beach Road, now approved by Council and open for community feedback is:

A cosmopolitan boulevard which celebrates a unique blend of cultures, identity, and stories. Henley Beach Road is a thriving meeting place for families and friends.

Future opportunities

The images below show opportunities to achieve the Vision and Guiding Principles. It is important to note that the opportunities shown are ideas and suggestions and will require further research, consultation, and planning before specific projects are proposed.