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.

 

Southend Road into Maybank Road, South Woodford

Due to HV works on behalf of UKPN, GTM Ltd have proposed to ban the left turn from Southend Road into Maybank Road, South Woodford.

The works are due to commence on Monday 18  May 2026 and will end on Friday 22 May 2026. 

 

Mortlake Road jw South Park Drive                       

Mortlake Road jw South Park Drive, Ilford, Mayfield Ward, Road Closure.

Road Closure.

Cadent Gas Ltd.

Gas main replacement works.

Start 25 May 2026, End 8 June 2026 (Mortlake Road)

 

Water Lane from jw South Park Drive to jw Parkway

Water Lane from jw South Park Drive to jw Parkway, Mayfield Ward,

Road Closure.

Cadent Gas Ltd.

Gas main replacement works.

Start 25 May 2026, End 23 June 2026 (Water Lane)

 

Park Avenue, Ilford 

Due to a new gas connection works, Cadent Gas Ltd will be closing Park Avenue, Ilford, outside numbers 20-22 and allow 2-way traffic to access residents. The No Entry restriction at the junction of Cranbrook Road is hereby suspended to allow a two-way traffic.

 

The works will commence on, Monday 1 June 2026 and are expected to be completed on Monday 8 June 2026. 

 

Shepherds Close, Romford

52-55 Shepherds Close, Romford, RM6 5AD, Chadwell Ward, Planned Road Closure                                                                                                

Clearview Services Group.

Telecommunication Works.

Start 26 May 2026, End 27 May 2026.

 

Castleton Road

Castleton Road, IG3 9QS, Goodmayes Ward, Planned Road Closure                                                                                                

GTM Ltd.

Crane Operation.

Start 28 May 2026, End 29 May 2026.

 

Fencepiece Road, Ilford

Due to a burst water main repair, Thames water Ltd have proposed to ban the left turn from Fullwell Cross Roundabout into Fencepiece Road, Ilford.

The works are due to commence on Tuesday 26 May 2026 and will end on Saturday 30 May 2026. 

Whilst the prohibition remains in force displaced vehicular traffic are to follow the diversion signs.   

 

Fernie Close, between Manford Way and Hursley Road

Fernie Close, between Manford Way and Hursley Road, IG7 4DH, Chigwell, Hainault Ward.

Paragon Traffic Management Ltd

Telecommunication Works.

Start 1 June 2026 End 10 June 2026 (Footway)

Start 6 June 2026 End 6 June 2026 (Carriageway)

Whilst the prohibition remains in force displaced traffic will be diverted via local diversion signs.

 

Woodford New Road

Woodford New Road, outside Woodford Motor Co Ltd, IG8 9DX, Churchfields Ward.

Thames Water Ltd

New connection Works.

Start 1 June 2026 End 5 June 2026

Whilst the prohibition remains in force displaced traffic will be diverted via local diversion signs.

 

1 Eid Festival - Goodmayes Park

Due to the 1Eid festival, an event taking place in Goodmayes Park, the 1Eid festival have proposed to make the following roads into a one-way system.

 

Colinton Road – One-way from Green Lane to Hazeldene Road.

Hazeldene Road – One-way from Green Lane to Abbotsford Road.

Abbotsford Road – One-way from Hazeldene Road to Aberdour Road, westbound.

Airthrie Road – One-way from Abbotsford Road to Green Lane, northbound.

Aberdour Road – One-way from Abbotsford Road to Green Lane, northbound.

Aberdour Road – One-way from Abbotsford Road to Mayesbrook Road, southbound.

Abbotsford Road – One-way from Hazeldene Road to Aberdour Road, westbound.

Kilmartin Road - One-way from Aberdour Road to Goodmayes Lane, westbound.

This event and the above one-way system will be taking place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 and Thursday 28 May 2026. Please expect there to be delays due to this event

 

Greenwood Gardens

37A Greenwood Gardens, IG6 2NE, Fairlop Ward, Planned Road Closure                                                                                                

Thames Water.

New water connection.

Start 26 May 2026, End 30 May 2026.

 

Grange Road

Grange Road from jw Ilford Lane to jw Sunnyside Road, Ilford, Clementswood Ward

Road Closure                                                                                              

Cadent Gas Ltd.

Gas main replacement works.

Start 18 May 2026, End 22 June 2026

 

Brinkworth Drive jw Claybury Broadway

Brinkworth Drive jw Claybury Broadway, Ilford, IG4 5LP, Clayhall Ward                                                     

Cadent Gas Ltd.

Gas main replacement works.

Start 12 May 2026, End 27 May 2026

 

Waverley Gardens

Waverley Gardens

Kenson Highways

Highway maintenance.

Start 12 May 2026, End 14 May 2026.

 

Wanstead Lane 

WANSTEAD LANE- FROM BEEHIVE LANE TO THE DRIVE

Kenson Highways

Highway maintenance.

Start 11 May 2026, End 16 May 2026.