Southend-on-Sea Borough Council

Road works and closures

Road works

Road Works in Southend

With miles of road network in Southend, it is important that all roadworks are coordinated effectively, to ensure the least amount of disruption. The large majority of street works performed on the highway by utilities is classified as:

  • Emergency
  • Urgent
  • Minor

This means that we will have on average about two working hours notice of these works. However we will update the site as regularly as possible, with the intention of showing any works that may cause congestion.

Roadworks - Update

  Location

Date / Time  Details 
West Street 20.05.12 and remain in force for up to 5 days

ESSENTIAL SLOT CUTTING WORKS AS PART OF THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION WORKS AT THE JUNCTION OF WEST STREET/VICTORIA AVENUE, they have imposed a TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE on WEST STREET SOUTHEND-ON-SEA. Whilst this NOTICE is in operation, all vehicles will be prohibited from:
ENTERING, WEST STREET between its junctions with A127 VICTOIRA AVENUE/EAST STREET JUNCTION and NORTH ROAD/WEST STREET/WEST ROAD JUNCTION, from 20th MAY 2012.
This prohibition will come into effect from 07:00 until 18:00 on 20th MAY 2012. The works are proposed to take 1 day, but this NOTICE will remain in force for a period of 5 days, to allow for unexpected events/delays and possible remedial works.
Whilst the road is closed, an alternative route for traffic will be signed on site and resident's access will be maintained.

Farringdon Service Road 19.05.12 and remain in force for up to 3 days

ESSENTIAL RESURFACING WORKS ON FARRINGDON SERVICE ROAD they have imposed a TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE & PROHIBITION OF WAITING, LOADING AND UNLOADING.
Whilst this NOTICE is in operation, all vehicles will be prohibited from: WAITING, LOADING OR UNLOADING AND ENTERING THE SECTION OF FARRINGDON SERVICE ROAD BETWEEN ELMER AVENUE AND THE JUNCTION OF FARRINGDON SERVICE ROAD (where it joins The Service Road From Queens Road) on 19th MAY 2012.
This prohibition will come into effect from 09:30 until 18:00 on 19th MAY 2012. The works are proposed to take 1 day, but this NOTICE will remain in force for a period of 3 days, to allow for unexpected events/delays and possible remedial works. Whilst the road is closed, an alternative route for traffic will be signed on site and resident's access will be maintained.

Lifstan Way 30.05.12 and remain in force for up to 7 days

Temporary Road Closure
ESSENTIAL GAS MAINS & SERVICE REPLACEMENT WORKS AT THE JUNCTION OF LIFSTAN WAY/SOUTHCHURCH BOULEVARD/SOUTHCHURCH AVENUE/HAMSTEL ROAD  they have imposed a TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE on LIFSTAN WAY SOUTHEND-ON-SEA.
Whilst this NOTICE is in operation, all vehicles will be prohibited from: WAITING, LOADING OR UNLOADING AND ENTERING, LIFSTAN WAY from its junctions with SOUTHCHURCH BOULEVARD, SOUTHCHURCH AVENUE & HAMSTEL ROAD , to its junction with APOLLO DRIVE from 30thMAY 2012.
This prohibition will come into effect from 1800 HOURS on 30th MAY 2012.  The works are proposed to take 5 days, but this NOTICE will remain in force for a period of 7 days, to allow for unexpected events/delays and possible remedial works.
Whilst the road is closed, an alternative route for traffic will be signed on site and resident's access will be maintained. 

Prittlewell Chase 08.05.12 and remain in force for up to 18 months

Road Closure - Enter, wait, load and unload on the westbound carriageway of Prittlewell Chase between its junctions with Hobleythick Lane, and Westbourne Grove including the intersections at Eastbourne Grove, Cardigan Avenue and Springfield Drive; and on the eastbound carriageway to allow for repair works to the joints in the concrete slabs.
A diversionary route for the banned movements will be in operation and access for Residents will be maintained where possible.
The temporary prohibitions imposed by the Order will come into effect from 19:00 hours to 06.00 hours the following day (Monday to Friday) commencing on 8th May 2012 and shall remain in force for up to 18 months or the duration of the works, whichever is the earlier.  It is anticipated that the works will be completed by 27thMay 2013.
The restrictions shall be regulated by signage and/or physical barriers. The restrictions are required in the interests of road safety for both members of the public and the workforce.

West Street

15.04.12

Road Closed - ENTERING, WEST STREET between its junctions with A127 VICTOIRA AVENUE/EAST STREET JUNCTION and NORTH ROAD/WEST STREET/WEST ROAD JUNCTION. This prohibition will come into effect from 09:00 HOURS until 15.00 HOURS on 15.04.12.  The works are proposed to take 1 day, but this NOTICE will remain in force for a period of 5 days, to allow for unexpected events/delays and possible remedial works.
Whilst the road is closed, an alternative route for traffic will be signed on site and resident's access will be maintained. The prohibitions or restrictions will apply only during such time and to such extent as indicated by traffic signs prescribed by the TRAFFIC SIGNS REGULATIONS AND GENERAL DIRECTIONS 2002.  Any vehicle waiting in contravention of any restriction/prohibition imposed by this Notice may be issued with a Penalty Charge Notice and removed under the provisions of the Removal and Disposal of Vehicles Regulations 1986.

Eastwoodbury Crescent 12.03.12 and remain in force for up to 18 months

Enter, wait, load and unload in Eastwoodbury Crescent (except for access) between its junction with Harp House Roundabout at A1159 Manners Way/Rochford Road and approximately 90/92 Eastwoodbury Crescent.
A diversionary route for the banned movements will be in operation and access for Residents will be maintained whilst the works take place.
The temporary prohibitions imposed by the Order will come into effect on 12.03.12 and shall remain in force for up to 18 months or the duration of the works, whichever is the earlier. It is anticipated that the works will be completed within two weeks. 

Priory Crescent 09.01.12 and remain in force for up to 18 months

Road Closure - make an Order which will temporarily prohibit any person from entering, waiting, loading or unloading and the introduction of one-way traffic flow in Priory Crescent (southern section) except upon the direction of or with the permission of a police constable or civil enforcement officer in uniform, to cause any vehicle, with the exception of a vehicle belonging to the emergency services, the RNLI or Coastguard, or statutory undertakers, the Council or its contractors in connection with the execution of essential gas mains replacement works as described in the schedule below:
Wait, load and unload in Priory Crescent (southern section) between the junction of Eastern Avenue and Victoria Avenue/Fairfax Drive. Enter Priory Crescent (southern section) from its junction with Victoria Avenue at Fairfax Drive Turn Right into Priory Crescent from St Benet's Road, Regency Green and Hill Road The introduction of One-Way Traffic Flow, in Priory Crescent (southern section), from its junction with Eastern Avenue to its junction with Victoria Avenue/Fairfax Drive.
A diversionary route for the banned movements will be in operation whilst the works take place and will be signed on site. The restrictions shall be regulated by signage and/or physical barriers.
The restrictions are required in the interests of road safety for both members of the public and the workforce.

Highfield Crescent & Southbourne Grove 22.08.11 and remain in force for up to 18 months

Bridge strengthening improvement works - temporarily prohibit any person, except upon the direction of or with the permission of a police constable or civil enforcement officer in uniform, to cause any vehicle, with the exception of a vehicle belonging to the emergency services, the RNLI or Coastguard, or statutory undertakers, the Council or its contractors in connection with the execution of the bridge strengthening improvement works to:
Stop, wait, load and unload in Highfield Crescent from its junction with Fairfax Drive (northbound section of Highfield Crescent) continuing for entire length of Crescent until its junction with Fairfax Drive (southbound section of Highfield Crescent).
Stop, wait, load and unload in Southbourne Grove from the northern boundary of No.164 Southbourne Grove northwards to its junction with Clatterfield Gardens.
It is anticipated that the works will be completed by 28.10.12.

London Southend Airport Various - Please see London Southen Airport website for more information.

Farringdon Service Road

23.03.11 and remain in force for up to 18 months

Entering, proceeding and stopping on Farringdon Service Road between its junctions with Queens Road and Elmer Approach. Whilst Farringdon Service Road is closed, an alternative route for traffic will be via Elmer Avenue and Elmer Approach. The temporary prohibitions imposed by the Order will come into effect on 23.03.11 and shall remain in force for up to 18 months or the duration of the works, whichever is the earlier.
The restrictions shall be regulated by signage and/or physical barriers.

If you require further information on any of the above works please call the Highway Maintenance Team. Contact details can be found on the right of this page.

Motorways and trunk roads are managed by the Highways Agency, and you can find out more about these by calling their information line on 08457 504030 or visiting their website.

You can also find out more via Essex County Council's Travel Information website, please refer to the useful websites section on the right hand side of this page.

Last updated: 18th May 2012