Brent Faces Ongoing Road Closures in March with Key Reopenings in Wembley and Willesden
Residents of Brent are bracing for significant traffic disruptions throughout March as essential utility works lead to numerous road closures across the borough. However, there is some relief on the horizon, with several streets in Wembley and Willesden scheduled to reopen after extended periods of closure.
Major Reopenings After Prolonged Shutdowns
Fulton Road in Wembley is set to reopen towards the end of March, marking its first accessibility since January when it was closed for road improvement works. Similarly, Deacon Road in Willesden is expected to reopen on March 23, following a shutdown of over two months for essential water works. These reopenings will provide much-needed respite for local commuters and residents who have faced detours and delays.
Extensive Closures for Water, Telecoms, and Other Works
Despite these reopenings, many roads will remain closed or begin new closures in March. According to data from one.network, compiled by the Local Democracy Reporting Service, closures range from overnight disruptions to multi-month shutdowns. Key ongoing closures include Beaconsfield Road in Willesden, which has been closed since February 19 and will remain shut through March and into April, and Rutland Park, also in Willesden, which will close at the end of March and not reopen until early May.
Windsor Road in Willesden is a notable new closure, set to shut from March 23 to May 5 for water works, adding to the borough's traffic challenges. Other areas affected include Harlesden, Dollis Hill, and Queen's Park, with works involving water, telecoms, gas, power network maintenance, and Network Rail projects.
Full List of Brent Road Closures in March
Below is a comprehensive breakdown of all ongoing and planned road closures in Brent for March and beyond. Residents are advised to plan alternative routes and watch for diversion signs to minimize disruption:
- Crawford Avenue (Wembley): Closed from February 5 to March 27 for water works.
- Union Road (Wembley): Closed from February 18 to March 17 for water works.
- Fulton Road (Wembley): Closed from January 19 to March 20 for road improvement works.
- Rosslyn Crescent (Wembley): Closed from March 30 to April 3 for power network maintenance.
- Beaumont Avenue (Wembley): Closed from March 16 to March 24 for power network maintenance.
- Tubbs Road (Harlesden): Closed from March 23 to April 3 for gas works.
- College Road (Harlesden): Closed from March 23 to March 26 for Network Rail works.
- Bridge Road (Willesden): Closed from March 28 to April 2 for telecoms works.
- Hawkins Road (Willesden): Closed from March 28 to April 2 for telecoms works.
- Beaconsfield Road (Willesden): Closed from February 19 to April 27 for water works.
- Colin Road (Willesden): Closed from February 28 to May 2 for water works.
- Deacon Road (Willesden): Closed from January 6 to March 23 for water works.
- Windsor Road (Willesden): Closed from March 23 to May 5 for water works.
- Linacre Road (Willesden): Closed from February 9 to March 30 for water works.
- Rutland Park (Willesden): Closed from March 30 to May 4 for water works.
- Chandos Road (Willesden): Closed from March 18 to March 20 for water works.
- Gladstone Park Gardens (Dollis Hill): Closed from February 18 to March 10 for water works.
- The Avenue (Queen’s Park): Closed from February 2 to March 3 for road improvement works.
Impact on Traffic and Community
These closures are likely to cause substantial traffic disruption, forcing residents and drivers to seek alternative routes. The works, while essential for maintaining and upgrading infrastructure, highlight the ongoing challenges of urban maintenance in a busy London borough. Authorities urge patience and careful planning during this period to ensure safety and minimize inconvenience.
As Brent navigates these disruptions, the scheduled reopenings in Wembley and Willesden offer a glimpse of progress, though the full scope of works will continue to affect daily commutes well into spring.
