A major North London road has been closed following a serious crash near Finsbury Park Tube station. Seven Sisters Road is currently blocked in both directions between Blackstock Road and Hornsey Road, with emergency services at the scene.
Incident Details
The crash was first reported by traffic monitoring service INRIX at 1:25 PM on Wednesday, May 20. A social media image shows police, fire, and ambulance crews in attendance. The road closure has caused significant disruption across North London.
Bus Diversions
Six London bus routes are under diversion due to the closure: routes 4, 29, 153, 253, 254, and 259. Motorists face severe delays on Holloway Road, Stroud Green Road, and Blackstock Road.
An INRIX update reads: "A503 Seven Sisters Road in both directions closed, slow traffic due to serious accident between Blackstock Road / Stroud Green Road (Finsbury Park) and A103 Hornsey Road (Holloway). Congestion to Green Lanes (Manor House), Blackstock Road and Stroud Green Road, and queues in Holloway on Hornsey Road and A1 Holloway Road."
What We Know
- Seven Sisters Road shut in both directions near Finsbury Park after a serious crash
- Blocked between Blackstock Road and Hornsey Road while emergency services attend
- First reported at 1:25 PM by INRIX
- Six bus routes diverted: 4, 29, 153, 253, 254, 259
- Congestion affecting Holloway Road and parts of Blackstock Road
Authorities have not yet released details on injuries or the cause of the crash. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
