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Essex - Multiple Temporary Road Closures and Traffic Restrictions due to Works
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Essex County Council
(Burnt Mills Road, North Benfleet)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Burnt Mills Road, North Benfleet in the Borough of Basildon, from its junction with Pound Lane for a distance of approximately 265m in a south westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 27th October 2026 for 4 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC311004WH2C5K7K – Openreach). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while cabling works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Pound Lane, London Road, Rectory Road, Tyefields, Rushley, Burnt Mills Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 8th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Elizabeth Drive, Wickford)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Elizabeth Drive, Wickford in the Borough of Basildon, from its junction with Victoria Avenue for a distance of approximately 100m in a westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 26th October 2026 for 9 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411001WGJF4J9Z – Openreach). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while duct laying works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Victoria Avenue, London Road, Castleton Road, Elizabeth Drive and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 8th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Gardiners Lane North, Billericay)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Gardiners Lane North, Billericay in the Borough of Basildon from its junction with London Road to its junction with Borwick Lane a distance of approximately 875m. The closure is scheduled to commence on 27th October 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (EC30078969244 – UK Power Networks). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while pole replacement works are undertaken by UK Power Networks.
An alternative route is available via (Southbound) Gardiners Lane North, A127, A132, A129 or (northbound) A129, Barleylands Road, Wash Road, Pipps Hill Road North, A127 and Gardiners Lane North.
The Order will come into effect on 8th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Kennel Lane, Great Burstead)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Kennel Lane, Great Burstead in the Borough of Basildon, from a point approximately 120m south east of its junction with Noak Hill Roundabout for a distance of approximately 115m in a south easterly then north easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 28th October 2026 for 7 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC311002WGRRD18L – Openreach). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while duct laying works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Kennel Lane, Noak Hill Road Roundabout, Noak Hill Road, Bell Hill Roundabout, Southend Road, Hickstars Lane, Kennel Lane and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 8th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Little Wakering Road, Barling Magna)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Little Wakering Road, Barling Magna in the District of Rochford from a point approximately 185m south of its junction with Church Road for a distance of approximately 140m in a southerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 26th October 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (EP02236380999 – Beechenlea Maintenance Ltd). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while tree cutting works are undertaken by Beechenlea Maintenance Ltd.
An alternative route is available via Southend Road, Silchester Corner, Barling Road and vice versa (with access only into Barling Road and Little Wakering Road).
The Order will come into effect on 8th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(A13 Underpass, Basildon/Canvey Way, Bowers Gifford)
(Temporary Introduction of 40 MPH Speed Restriction) (No.8) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily introduce a 40mph speed restriction in that length of road in the Borough of Castle Point as specified in the schedule.
The works being undertaken will take place within an 18-month period from 8th October 2026 exact dates will be specified on one.network. Access will be maintained for emergency services. Residents will be informed of the dates of each phase via letter/leaflet drop and advanced warning signs on the road.
For all enquiries, please contact our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7631.
The Order will come into effect on 8th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule
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Road |
Description |
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A13 Underpass, Basildon/Canvey Way, Bowers Gifford |
From A13 to Rayleigh Spur Roundabout, a distance of approximately 3090m. |
(Various Roads, Borough of Castle Point)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway) (No.9) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order:
1. To temporarily close those lengths of road in the Borough of Castle Point, as specified in schedule to this Order.
2. A temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ restriction will be introduced on both sides of the carriageway as per schedule for the duration of the closures to facilitate the works. Signs will be installed indicating when the No Waiting restriction will be in force.
"The Essex County Council (Castle Point Borough) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping) and (On Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) Consolidation Order 2019" will be temporarily amended to include the temporary ‘No Waiting at Any Time’ restriction and suspend any existing parking and waiting restrictions on the above lengths of road only. All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The works being undertaken will take place within an 18-month period from 8th October 2026 exact dates will be specified on one.network. The roads will be closed to facilitate each phase of works and then re-opened to the public. Access will be maintained for emergency services. Diversion routes will be signed at each location, and residents will be informed of the dates of each phase via letter/leaflet drop and advanced warning signs on the road.
For all enquiries, please contact our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7631.
The Order will come into effect on 8th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule
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Road |
Description |
Alternative Route |
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A13 London Road/Bread and Cheese Hill, South Benfleet |
From its junction with New Park Road to its junction with Felstead Road, a distance of approximately 565m. |
A13, A130, A127, A129 and vice versa. |
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London Road, Hadleigh |
From a point approximately 160m south east of its junction with New Road for a distance of approximately 450m in a south easterly direction. From its junction with High Street to its junction with London Road, a distance of approximately 45m, and from its junction with London Road to its junction with High Street, a distance of approximately 40m. |
A13, A129, A127, A1158, A13. |
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Rectory Road, Hadleigh |
From its junction with London Road to its junction with New Road, a distance of approximately 1050m. |
New Road, A13 and vice versa. |
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Daws Heath Road/Western Road, Thundersley |
From a point approximately 130m east of its junction with Napier Gardens to its junction with Dalwood Gardens, a distance of approximately 1745m. |
Daws Heath Road, A129, A13, New Road, Daws Heath Road and vice versa. |
|
Broomfield, Thundersley |
From its junction with Daws Heath Road to its junction with Westwood Gardens, a distance of approximately 125m. |
Broomfield, Falbro Crescent, Commonhall Lane, New Road, Daws Heath Road and vice versa. |
(Various Roads, Borough of Basildon) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway), (Long Riding, Barstable) (Suspension Bus Gate), (Upper Mayne, Basildon) (Banned Left Turn) & (Cranes Farm Road, Basildon) (Banned Right Turn) (No.16) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order:
1. To temporarily close those lengths of road in the Borough of Basildon as specified in the schedule.
2. A temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ restriction will be introduced on both sides of carriageway on the above lengths of road for the duration of the closures to facilitate the works. Signs will be installed indicating when the No Waiting restriction will be in force.
3. To temporarily suspend the Bus Gate at Long Riding, Basildon from a point approximately 84m west of the western kerb line at Fairlop Gardens, west for approximately 40m as detailed in ‘The Essex County Council (Long Riding, Basildon) (Bus Gate) Order 2020 for the duration of the Long Riding, Basildon closures only.
4. To introduce a temporary banned left turn from Upper Mayne into Cranes Farm Road when Cranes Farm Road is closed.
5. To introduce a temporary banned Right turn from Cranes Farm Road into Miles Gray Road during the Cranes Farm and Miles Gray Road closures only.
"The Essex County Council (Basildon Borough) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping) and (On Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) Consolidation Order 2019" will be temporarily amended to include the temporary ‘No Waiting at Any Time’ restriction and suspend any existing parking and waiting restrictions on the above lengths of road only. All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The works being undertaken will take place within an 18-month period from 8th October 2026 exact dates will be specified on one.network. The roads will be closed to facilitate each phase of works and then re-opened to the public. Access will be maintained for emergency services. Diversion routes will be signed at each location, and residents will be informed of the dates of each phase via letter/leaflet drop and advanced warning signs on the road.
For all enquiries, please contact our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7631.
The Order will come into effect on 8th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule
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Road |
Description |
Alternative Route |
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Salcott Crescent, Wickford |
From its junction with Tresco Way to its junction with Foxhatch, a distance of approximately 710m. |
Salcott Crescent, Cranfield Park Road, Radwinter Avenue, Salcott Crescent and vice versa. |
|
Mersea Crescent, Wickford |
From its junction with Ramsey Chase to its junction with Salcott Crescent, a distance of approximately 130m. |
Mersea Crescent, Tresco Way and vice versa. |
|
Long Riding, Barstable |
From its junction with Timberlog Lane for a distance of approximately 745m in a westerly direction. |
Timberlog Lane, Clay Hill Road, Church Road, Long Riding and vice versa. |
|
Southernhay, Basildon |
From its junction with Broadmayne to its junction with Long Riding, a distance of approximately 195m. |
Broadmayne, Roundacre, Southernhay and vice versa. |
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Great Oaks, Basildon |
From its junction with Southernhay for a distance of approximately 140m in a westerly direction. |
No diversion available. |
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Linkway, Basildon |
From its junction with Great Oaks to its junction with Broadmayne, a distance of approximately 60m. |
No diversion available. |
|
A1235 Cranes Farm Road, Basildon |
From its junction with Upper Mayne Roundabout to its junction with Chester Hall Lane Roundabout, a distance of approximately 835m. |
A127, A1321, A132, A1235. |
|
Miles Gray Road, Basildon |
From its junction with Cranes Farm Road to its junction with Crompton Close, a distance of approximately 90m. |
Miles Gray Road, Burches, Upper Mayne or Miles Gray Road, Luckyn Lane, Chester Hall Lane. |
|
B1007 High Street, Billericay |
From its junction with Norsey Road to its junction with London Road, a distance of approximately 645m. |
Western Road, London Road and vice versa. |
(Castledon Road, Wickford)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Castledon Road, Wickford in the Borough of Basildon, from its junction with Elizabeth Drive for a distance of approximately 430m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 15th October 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (BC008OGEAA5507436RCSB – Openreach). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while new connection works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Castledon Road, School Road, Downham Road, Church Road, London Road, Castledon Road and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 24th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Falkenham End, Fryerns)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Falkenham End, Fryerns in the Borough of Basildon, from a point approximately 45m north east of its junction with Falkenham Rise for a distance of approximately 40m in a north easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 27th June 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC311001D141308-02 – Openreach). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while duct laying works are undertaken by Openreach.
No alternative route is available.
The Order came into effect on 24th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Rosebay Avenue, Billericay)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Rosebay Avenue, Billericay in the Borough of Basildon, from its junction with Buttercup Close to its junctions with Perry Street Roundabout a distance of approximately 50m. The closure is scheduled to commence on 12th October 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03768351013 – Anglian Water Business (National)). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while manhole cover and frame replacement works are undertaken by Anglian Water Business (National).
An alternative route is available via Rosebay Avenue, Queens Park Avenue, Perry Street Roundabout and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 24th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Wickford Avenue, Pitsea)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Wickford Avenue, Pitsea in the Borough of Basildon, from its junction with Steeplehall for a distance of approximately 275m in a south easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 12th October 2026 for 5 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP201EH2409404 – Essex County Council). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while carriageway patching works are undertaken by Essex County Council.
An alternative route is available via Wickford Avenue, Pitsea Road, B1474, Rectory Road, Wickford Avenue and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 24th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
DATED: 1ST OCTOBER 2026
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