April 2020 Update: This Camara has been removed and replaced by a camera on the direction of Birkenhead only.
Gatso Speed Camera on Smithdown Road, Birkenhead (30mph)
This Gatso speed camera is located on Smithdown Road near Birkenhead in Merseyside, monitoring towards birkenhead traffic with a 30mph speed limit.
When travelling from the New Ferry direction towards Birkenhead town centre, the speed camera is in the centre of the road (dual carriageway) outside the Cammell Laird Ship Yard. The speed camera can also be turned for both directions of traffic.
Camera type
Speed limit
30mph
Direction
Towards Birkenhead
Road
Smithdown Road
Nearest town
Birkenhead
Last updated
15 May 2026
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Location reference: NWM022
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Caught speeding - what happens next?
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Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP)
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Speeding fines guide
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Speed awareness course
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Gatso speed cameras
This camera is a rear-facing Gatso - one of the most common types in the UK.
If you saw a double flash, it likely recorded your speed.