Transport for London will begin construction work this summer along the A23 at Streatham Hill to make it “safer and better for residents and those visiting the area”. The works, to be conducted in five stages, are likely to continue until spring 2027, TfL says.
Bus lane blockage: the A23 at Streatham High Road has become notorious for delays. TfL wants to remove loading bays and other obstructions at Streatham Hill
The scheme will create new pedestrian crossings, a protected cycling route and improvements to bus lanes.
“Currently, roads in the area do not make it easy or attractive to walk or catch the bus,” TfL says.
They say that the scheme will make it easier for pedestrians to cross the busy north-south route from Croydon to Brixton and central London, as well as offering “protected space for people to cycle and provide continuous bus lanes with fewer obstructions”. TfL wants to ensure its buses can operate on schedule along this important part of their routes.
The latest analysis for the area shows that 72 collisions took place in the 36-month period up to October 2024, resulting in injuries to 75 people. “TfL is determined to eliminate death and serious injury on the transport network as part of its Vision Zero goal.”
TfL says it will begin construction work in summer on changes between Sternhold Avenue and Holmewood Road, including:
- Making walking safer and easier by building two new pedestrian crossings and moving existing crossings to places where people want to cross
- New protected lanes to make cycling safer on this important corridor, including over the busy South Circular
- Improvements to bus lanes by removing parking and loading bays, making it easier for buses to travel
- Changing some access to local side roads including restrictions and closures. This will improve road safety on the A23 and minimise vehicle movements across the protected cycle lane, reducing danger to people cycling
- Making public spaces more attractive for everyone, including by planting new trees and landscaping, as well as sustainable drainage to reduce the risk of flooding
- New traffic signals at the Telford Avenue junction, outside Brixton Bus Garage
TfL says it has has planned its construction programme to minimise disruption for local residents and businesses as much as possible, including maintaining traffic flow and avoiding night working where possible.
“TfL will continue to monitor roads during the works and implement signal strategies to relieve congestion and assist the bus network,” they say.
“TfL will also work closely with bus operators to minimise any impacts on bus services as much as possible and 24/7 bus garage access will be maintained.”
They say that side road closures will be staggered to avoid multiple impacts to residents. TfL will also be launching a dedicated travel advice page closer to the start of these works.
“We’re working to minimise the impact of construction work on local residents and people travelling through the area and would like to thank everyone for their patience during this vital project,” said TfL’s Julie Lewington.
“We are developing comprehensive travel advice around the works which will be communicated to our customers, and we encourage everyone to plan ahead.”
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