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.

 

Hainault Road

Hainault Road, About 100m from Hainault Works, RM6 5NF, Hainault Ward, Emergency Road Closure                                                                                                

Essex Water.

Water leak repairs.

Start 23 April 2026, End 01 May 2026.

 

Rivenhall Gardens, Wanstead Village

2-4 Rivenhall Gardens, Wanstead Village Ward, E18 2BU

Thames Water.

Water Main Repairs.

Start 24 April 2026, End 30 April 2026.

 

Marlborough Drive jw Claybury Broadway, Ilford

Marlborough Drive jw Claybury Broadway, Ilford, IG5 0JS, Clayhall Ward, 

Cadent Gas Ltd.

Gas main replacement works.

Start 20 April 2026, End 3 May 2026.

 

Seven Kings Road, Ilford

62 Seven Kings Road, Ilford, IG3 8DG, Goodmayes Ward, Road Closure                                                                                                

UKPN.

New Connection

Start 27 April 2026, End 1 May 2026.

 

Alloa Road jw Green Lane

Alloa Road jw Green Lane, Ilford, IG3 9SE, Goodmayes Ward, Emergency Road Closure                                                                                                

Essex Water.

Water leak repairs.

Start 22 April 2026, End 8 May 2026.

 

George Lane, South Woodford

56 George Lane, South Woodford Ward, E18 1LW, Emergency Road Closure                                                                                                

Thames Water.

Service Pipe Repairs.

Start 23 April 2026, End 29 April 2026.

 

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. 

 

 Hertford Road

Hertford Road between junctions with Buxton Road and Brook Road, Ilford, Newbury Ward, Road  Closure                                                                                                

Major Commercial Property Ltd

New Connection.

Start 23 March 2026, End 30 April 2026.

 

Forest Road,Woodford Green

14 Forest Road, Woodford Green, IG8 0RJ, Monkhams Ward, Emergency Road Closure                                                                                                

Thames Water.

Service pipe repairs.

Start 28 April 2026, End 5 May 2026.

                              

Holcombe Road, Ilford

19 Holcombe Road, Ilford, IG1 4XF, Cranbrook Ward, Emergency Road Closure                                                                                                

Cappagh Construction Ltd.

Manhole repair.

Start 28 April 2026, End 28 April 2026.