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Essex - Multiple Temporary Road Closures and Traffic Restrictions
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Essex County Council
(Haslemere Road, 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 Haslemere Road, Wickford in the Borough of Basildon, from its junction with Richmond Road for a distance of approximately 45m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 10th November 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03768746173 – 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 (National).
An alternative route is available via Alderney Gardens and vice versa (with access into Haslemere Road).
The Order will come into effect on 22nd October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Haven Road, Canvey Island) (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 Haven Road, Canvey Island in the Borough of Castle Point, from its junction with Malvern Avenue for a distance of approximately 100m in a north easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 4th November 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP201EH2409985 – 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 Haven Road, Canvey Road, Roscommon Way, Haven Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 22nd October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Louise Road, Rayleigh) (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 Louise Road, Rayleigh in the District of Rochford, from a point approximately 35m north west of its junction with Bull Lane for a distance of approximately 45m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 11th November 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (AD037687547171 – 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 Helena Road, Derwent Avenue, Bull Lane and vice versa (with access only into Louise Road).
The Order will come into effect on 22nd October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Pipps Hill Road North/Hardings Elm Road, 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 Pipps Hill Road North/Hardings Elm Road, Billericay in the Borough of Basildon, from the junction with Oak Road to the junction with Southend Arterial Road a distance of approximately 780m. The closure is scheduled to commence on 9th November 2026 for 26 days, or where stated on a valid permit (AZ5021001529571 – Cadent Gas). 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 mains replacement works are undertaken by Cadent Gas.
An alternative route is available via (Southbound) A127, A132, A129, Hardings Elm Road and (Northbound) Hardings Elm Road, A129, A176, and A127.
The Order will come into effect on 22nd October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Burnt Mills Road, North Benfleet) (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 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 came 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 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 Gardiners Lane North, Billericay in the Borough of Basildon from its junction with London Road to 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
(Gardiners Lane North, Billericay) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026 — Continued
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 came 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 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 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 (BC311002WGRD18L – 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 came 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 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 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 came 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 has made 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 came 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 has made 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 came 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 |
Schedule (Continued)
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Road |
Description |
Alternative Route |
|---|---|---|
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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 |
|
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 |
|
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 has made 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 came 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.
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