West Street, Crewe – Highway improvements
We are carrying out highway improvement works on West Street in Crewe, from Dunwoody Way to High Town to introduce measures to improve safety and facilities for pedestrians and cyclists.
The works are part of the Safer Roads Funds which is for road safety improvement schemes to reduce the number and severity of fatal and serious injury collisions on the 50 highest risk road sections in England. The level of risk is based on the Road Safety Foundation's analysis and report on road safety nationally.
What is happening
We will be undertaking the following works:
- Upgrading the existing zebra crossing between Dewes Street and Rigg Street
- Resurfacing sections of the carriageway
- Installing raised tables on West Street at the junctions with Derby Street and Ford Lane
- Relocating and improving the visibility of the existing uncontrolled crossing points
- Installing speed cushions on West Street
- Refreshing the road markings
When is it happening
A 24 hour road closure will be in place from 7 October 2024 for approximately 6 weeks in the following phases*:
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| Phase | Closure location on West Street |
|---|
| Phase 1 |
From Underwood to Ford Lane
Closed between 7 October – 17 October |
| Phase 2 |
From Derby Street to Broad street
Closed between 18 October – 27 October |
| Phase 3 |
From West Avenue to Richard street
Closed between 28 October – 1 November |
| Phase 4 |
From Underwood Avenue to West Avenue
Closed between 2 November – 6 November |
| Phase 5 |
From Hightown to Goddard street
Closed from 7 November – 12 November* |
*Closure may remain in place until 17 November 2024 to allow for the possibility of any unforeseen delays.
A signed diversion route will be in place, and we advise motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to follow these routes. All roadworks, closures and diversions are displayed online on our roadworks map.
We acknowledge that there is never a right time to carry out extensive road works and drivers are advised to plan their journey in advance and follow the diversion routes. These works have been scheduled and sequenced to minimise disruption as much as possible. All businesses affected have either already been informed or will be informed ahead of the works starting.
While it is inevitable there will be some disruption, the council will ensure that the works are carefully managed and coordinated to minimise delays as much as possible and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We ask drivers to be patient and plan ahead.
Further information
- Those who are directly impacted by these works have been or will be informed
- The road closures are necessary to protect the safety of both members of the public and our workforce. Please respect our workers
- Access for pedestrians and cyclists is maintained where possible and cyclists may be asked to dismount
- Local businesses remain open and access is signed and it being facilitated for businesses and residents
- Delays are expected and motorists should plan journeys accordingly
Page last reviewed: 05 September 2024
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