Roadworks and closures

You can see all confirmed road works in Redbridge by going to the Causeway one.network map. Zoom onto the location you want and click 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. 

 

George Lane, South Woodford

5 George Lane, South Woodford, E18 1LN, South Woodford Ward, Emergency Road Closure                                                                                                

UKPN.

Emergency fault repair.

Start 16 February 2026, End 20 February 2026.

 

 

Redbridge Lane  East

1 Redbridge Lane East, Ilford, IG4 5ET, Clayhall Ward, Emergency Road Closure                                                                                                

Thames Water.

Service pipe repairs.

Start 18 February 2026, End 24 February 2026.

 

 

Freshwell Avenue

 

10A Freshwell Avenue, Romford, RM6 5DT, Chawell Ward, Road Closure                                                                                                

 BK Plant Ltd.

 Sewer Connection.

 Start 25 February 2026, End 28 February 2026

 

 

Monkhams Lane

Monkham’s Lane jw Farm way, IG9 5AH, Monkhams Ward,                                                                                               

Footpath closure -UKPN

Power supply works.

Start 10 February 2026 End 27 February 2026.

                                                                                               

 

 

Charlgrove Crescent ,Ilford

Chalgrove Crescent, Ilford, IG5 0LU, Fullwell Ward, Planned Road Closure                                                                                                

Cadent Gas Ltd.

Gas main replacement works.

Start 16 February 2026, End 8 March 2026.

 

The Square, Between Mill Lane and Elm Grove, Woodford Green

The Square, Between Mill Lane and Elm Grove, Woodford Green, IG8 0UJ, Monkhams Ward, Planned Road Closure                                                                                           

Cadent Gas Ltd.

 New Gas connection works.

 Start 16 February 2026, End 20 February 2026.

 

Exeter Gardens JW Wanstead

Exeter Gardens jw Wanstead Park Road, Ilford, IG1 3LB, Cranbrook Ward, Planned Road Closure                                                                                                

Cadent Gas Ltd.

Gas main replacement works.

Start 16 February 2026, End 01 March 2026.

 

Ewellhurst Road JW Wensleydale Avenue, Ilford 

Ewellhurst Road jw Wensleydale Avenue, Ilford, IG5 0PE, Fullwell Ward, Planned Road Closure                                                                                                

Cadent Gas Ltd.

Gas main replacement works.

Start 16 February 2026, End 8 March 2026.

 

                      

 

Saltash Road

Cadent Gas have proposed to commence Mains Replacement Works on the entire length of Saltash Road.

Start 9 February 2026, End 1 March 2026. 

 

Snakes Lane East, Woodford Green

Snakes Lane East, opposite number 278, IG8 7JL, Woodford Green

Footway closure - removal of brick wall and metal fencing.

MZ Contracts Ltd

The closure is due to start on 2 February 2026 and ends 8 March 2026.