Mobile Speed Camera on A30, Sowton (40mph)
This Mobile Speed Camera speed camera is located on A30 near Sowton in Devon, monitoring westbound traffic with a 40mph speed limit.
Westbound into Exeter where the A30 meets ends the M5, a quarter of a mile before the M5 bridge, the speed changes to 40mph. There is a white box to the side of the road where police set up a mobile speed trap in line. Lines are painted on the road, and frequently you will find a 'hidden' or 'disguised' police car with a mobile camera or gun. (Especially during rush hour.)
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Location reference: SWDE039
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Mobile speed cameras
This is a monitored mobile speed camera location.
These cameras are operated from marked or unmarked vehicles and locations change regularly.