Maximum speed limit of 40 miles per hour

Speed limit signs

Maximum speed limit of 40 miles per hour

A red ring around the number 40. Used on roads where 30 mph would be too slow but full national speed limit (60 mph) would be too fast for the conditions — typically the outskirts of towns, busier rural roads and the approaches to villages. The limit is enforced; speed cameras on 40 mph stretches are common.

Shape
Circular
Background
White
Border
Red
Text type
Number (Other)
Diagram reference
670.0

Where you'll see this sign

Urban dual carriageways, the outskirts of larger towns, A roads passing through villages, and approaches to busier roundabouts.

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