Roadworks and closures

You can see all confirmed road works in Redbridge by going to the Causeway one.network map, zooming onto the location you want and clicking on each icon for more information.

Current roadworks map

 

 Broadmead Road, Woodford

Broadmead Road was closed to traffic in July due to significant structural defects reported following an inspection of the bridge. As soon as the defects were discovered, the road was closed immediately to prevent potential loss of life or serious injury.

Following the closure, we have commissioned more detailed surveys to establish the extent of the structural issues and the next steps available to reopen the road. 

Unfortunately, the size and location of the structure over the Central Line track means multiple detailed technical surveys are required to establish both the condition of the bridge and potential resolutions; these surveys must be conducted with the support of Transport for London (TfL). 

The location of the bridge also means the time period engineers can conduct essential survey work consists of approximately 1.5 hours per night when the train track is not in use. We are working closely with TfL to speed up this survey work where possible.

We are working closely with Transport for London (TfL) to speed up this survey work where possible. To reopen Broadmead Road will require extensive construction work and is expected to take a significant amount of time. At this stage, we are continuing survey work to establish what works are necessary to ensure the bridge section of the road is safe. 

To date, we have undertaken the following actions to determine the condition of the bridge section of Broadmead Road:

  • An initial inspection of the bridge which found significant structural defects that warranted an immediate closure to prevent potential injury and loss of life.
  • A hammer tap survey which confirmed significant structural issues.
  • Further hammer tap surveys have been organised for other parts of the bridge.
  • A principal inspection is being organised. Following this survey, an options report will be shared with the Highways Team outlining what work needs to be completed to make the bridge safe. 
  • A Section 41 notice has been issued and posted at sites under the bridge, warning people parking or otherwise using space under the bridge to vacate the area, which will then be fenced off to keep the site secure. This is for safety reasons, as the area is at risk of falling debris, and to allow further inspections and any works to take place. 
  • Safety inspections have been undertaken at all other similar structures across Redbridge to determine if they are at risk. 

To alleviate traffic disruption, we will:

  • Continue to monitor traffic on Broadmead Road and request TfL continually review the traffic signals before the bridge section of the road. 
  • Install additional signs around Broadmead Road to update users. 
  • Review pausing the progress of any major roadworks along main roads in the area under council control to prevent further traffic disruption. Works on the A406 fall outside of the council’s control. 
  • Continue to support TfL in diverting buses around the road closure.
  • Continue to support Essex County Council to alleviate traffic around the Station Way bridge near Roding Valley Station, which falls under their jurisdiction.

 

 Roads around Chigwell Road tip

Chigwell Road reuse and recycling centre is reopening for essential use. 

Roads around the area are expected to experience heavier traffic than usual due to potential queues to access the tip.

Roads that will likely be affected:

  • Chigwell Road
  • Maybank Road
  • St Barnabas Road
  • Latchet Road
  • Broadmead Road
  • Waverley Road

There will be no right turn for northbound traffic from Charlie Browns Roundabout. 

 

Marlborough Road

Due to water mains replacement works Thames Water have proposed to close:-

Marlborough Road from outside number 60 to the junction of Clarendon Road, South Woodford.    

Clarendon Road from the junction of Marlborough Road to the Junction of Woodford Road, South Woodford.    

The closure is due to commence on, Monday 27 October 2025 and ends on Friday 30 January 2026. 

 

Corkers Footpath, Ilford

Due to an erection of palisade fence, Aureos Rail Ltd have proposed to close the entire length of Corkers footpath, Ilford.  

The closure commenced today, Friday 24 October 2025 and are expected to be completed on, Thursday 31 December 2026.

 

Redbridge Lane East, Woodford Avenue , Ilford

Due to an installation of duct, BRUM Utility Services Ltd on behalf of UKPN will be closing Redbridge Lane East at its junction with Woodford Avenue, Ilford.

 

The closure will take place over three weekends from:-

 Friday 14 November 2025 to Monday 17 November 2025.

Friday 21 November 2025 to Monday 24 November 2025.

Friday 28  November 2025 to Monday 1 December 2025.

The closure will take place from 9pm on Friday to 5am on Monday.

 

High Street, Wanstead

Due to a Construction of new layby at High Street Wanstead, Zack Contractors Ltd have proposed to use 2-way lights at 28-30 High Street Wanstead.

The works are due to commence on Monday 10 November 2025 and ends on Sunday 23  November 2025.

 

West Grove, Woodford Green

Thames Water have closed West Grove, Woodford Green outside number 112, due to an emergency service pipe works in the footway and carriageway.

The works commenced today, Wednesday 19th November 2025  and are expected to be completed, on Tuesday 25th November 2025.

 

Beehive Lane

Due to an installation of duct, BRUM Utility Services Ltd on behalf of UKPN will be closing Beehive Lane at its junction with Woodford Avenue, Ilford. The closure will take place over two weekends from:- Friday 14 November 2025 to Monday 17 November 2025  Friday 21 November 2025 to Monday 24 November 2025. The closure will take place from 9pm on Friday to 5am on Monday.

 

Broadhurst Avenue

Cadent Gas Ltd have closed Broadhurst Avenue at its junction with Longbridge Road, Ilford, due to an emergency excavation to a gas escape.

The works commenced today, Wednesday 12 November 2025 and are expected to be completed on, Tuesday 18 November 2025. 

 

The Broadway, Woodford Green

Due to a new Water connection, Cascade Water Services Ltd have proposed to use 2-way lights outside number 10 The Broad way, Woodford Green.

The works are due to commence on Tuesday 18 November 2025 and ends on Saturday 29 November 2025.

 

Penhurst Road

Due to a new water connection, Utility Solutions Provider Limited have proposed to close, the footway outside Penhurst Road at its junction with Peachtree Close, Ilford.  

The closure is due to commence on,  Monday 24 November 2025 and will be expected to be completed on, Friday 28 November 2025.