The closure of two major roads in Croydon has been extended until September.

Coulsdon Road and Stites Hill Road closed on August 15.

Roadworks are aiming to replace drainage systems on Coulsdon Road to prevent flooding in the area.

The initial plan was for the roadworks to be completed by August 25.

However, Croydon Council has now said that the roads will not reopen until September 2.

Stites Hill Road will remain open for two-way residential traffic, but HGVs will be prohibited through the installation of a width restriction at its junction with Coulsdon Road.

Diversion signs will be placed on the road network to direct traffic away from the local area to minimise the impact.

FM Conway has agreed to extend their working hours to Monday through Sunday, from 7am to 7pm.

TfL (Transport for London) have set up diversion routes for its buses.

Residents have been urged to use alternative routes and allow extra time to complete their journey.

Diversion signs will be placed on the road network to direct through traffic away from the local area to minimise the impact.

Non-local traffic will be diverted as follows:

  • Coulsdon Road
  • Marlpit Lane
  • Farthing Way
  • Brighton Road
  • Purley Cross
  • A22 Godstone Road
  • Wapses Lodge roundabout
  • Croydon Road
  • Station Avenue
  • Church Hill
  • Church Road
  • High Street
  • Townend
  • Banstead Road

A spokesperson for Croydon Council said: “We need to complete essential drainage works in Coulsdon Road, between Old Fox Close and The Grove from Thursday 15 August to Monday 2 September 2024.

“The works are expected to finish before the local schools reopen after the summer holidays.

“We are working closely with Surrey County Council, Tandridge District Council, and Transport for London (TfL) to put in place a traffic management solution that will ease the impact on local traffic movement.

“Our plan balances the necessary infrastructure improvements while respecting the concerns of local residents.

“We appreciate your patience and understanding while these essential works take place.”