ROADWORKS SUMMARY
The Crescent, CHESTER LE STREET, DH2 2DY
Introduction
View current and future planned roadworks and road closures for The Crescent, DH2 2DY and the surrounding area.
Our roadwork details are constantly updated and reflect the current situation and we offer both a map view and a listing. We also highlight the major and significant roadworks occuring near to you help you avoid the worst of the delays to your journey.
The roadworks shown below show all current and proposed works during the next 90 days and historical data is recorded since July 2020.
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Major Roadworks near to The Crescent, CHESTER LE STREET, DH2 2DY
Details of major roadworks, currently in progress or starting soon and resulting in road closures and/or traffic signal management for The Crescent are shown here covering a 5 mile radius. See further down for details of all roadworks in your area.
5 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are carrying out Utility asset works on Lenin Terrace, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 27 April 2026 at 09:08 and could run through until 5 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 27 Apr 2026 at 09:32.
1 Jul and 30 Sep 2026
Durham County Council were proposing to carry out Highway repair and maintenance works on Tweed Terrace, Stanley.
These works were categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals were planned to be in use for some or all of the period. However, the works were cancelled.
The works were originally planned to start 1 July 2026 and run through until 30 September 2026. The works were due to impact the footway, carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Durham County Council on 1 Sep 2026 at 13:23.
5 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Station Avenue South South Back, Fence Houses, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 20 July 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 5 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 20 Jul 2026 at 08:35.
5 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Station Avenue North North Back, Fence Houses, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 20 July 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 5 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 20 Jul 2026 at 08:35.
5 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Station Avenue North, Fence Houses, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 20 July 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 5 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 20 Jul 2026 at 08:35.
16 Oct 2026
National Highways are carrying out Works for road purposes on Lumley New Road, Woodstone Village.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 22 July 2026 at 20:00 and could run through until 16 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by National Highways on 24 Jul 2026 at 11:02.
13 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Gillas Lane West, Hetton Road Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
A lane is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 27 July 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 13 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 7 Sep 2026 at 08:10.
27 Jul and 2 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Springwell Road, Wrekenton, Gateshead.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 27 July 2026 and could run through until 2 October 2026. The works will impact the footway, carriageway and verge.
*These works were due to commence more than a month ago. It is possible that the works may still commence but it should also be considered that the works may have been cancelled and the roadworks data has not been updated to reflect this.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 24 Jul 2026 at 15:10.
29 Sep 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are carrying out Utility asset works on Durham Gardens, Witton Gilbert.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 4 August 2026 at 07:30 and could run through until 29 September 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 4 Aug 2026 at 07:34.
23 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Brancepeth Avenue, Fence Houses, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 7 August 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 23 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 7 Aug 2026 at 08:41.
14 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Seventh Avenue, Chester-le-street.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 12 August 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 14 October 2026. The works will impact the footway, carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 12 Aug 2026 at 08:29.
Friday
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Parkway, Glebe, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 14 August 2026 at 13:00 and could run through until 18 September 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 14 Aug 2026 at 13:44.
28 Sep 2026
Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council are carrying out Highway repair and maintenance works on Durham Road, Birtley Central, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 17 August 2026 at 08:02 and could run through until 28 September 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council on 17 Aug 2026 at 08:02.
25 Sep 2026
Sunderland City Council are carrying out Highway repair and maintenance works on Well Bank Road, Donwell, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 17 August 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 25 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 8 Sep 2026 at 07:43.
16 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are carrying out Utility asset works on Hustledown Road, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 18 August 2026 at 10:05 and could run through until 16 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 18 Aug 2026 at 10:14.
30 Dec 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Lincoln Walk, Great Lumley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The works should not impact the carriageway.
The works started on 21 August 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 30 December 2026. The works will impact the verge and footpath.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 21 Aug 2026 at 08:01.
1 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on The Avenue, Chester-le-street.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 20 August 2026 at 10:15 and could run through until 1 October 2026. The works will impact the footway, carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 20 Aug 2026 at 10:27.
19 Oct 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are carrying out Utility asset works on South Lea, Witton Gilbert.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 24 August 2026 at 09:30 and could run through until 19 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 24 Aug 2026 at 09:36.
19 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are carrying out Highway repair and maintenance works on Keswick Road (Side), Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 24 August 2026 at 12:10 and could run through until 19 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 24 Aug 2026 at 13:44.
Sunday
Sunderland City Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Victoria Road, Concord, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 24 August 2026 and could run through until 20 September 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 19 Aug 2026 at 14:17.
Sunday
Sunderland City Council are carrying out Highway improvement works on Victoria Road, Concord, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 24 August 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 20 September 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 26 Aug 2026 at 14:24.
Tomorrow
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Spen Street, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 2 September 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 17 September 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 2 Sep 2026 at 08:25.
9 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Easedale Gardens From Beacon Lough Road To Harlow Green Lane, Gateshead.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 2 September 2026 at 07:30 and could run through until 9 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 14 Sep 2026 at 15:32.
Friday
Northumbrian Water were proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Tweed Terrace, Stanley.
These works were categorised as Major.
The road was planned to be closed for some or all of the period. However, the works were cancelled.
The works were originally planned to start 7 September 2026 and run through until 18 September 2026. The works were due to impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 7 Sep 2026 at 14:59.
7 Sep and 13 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Tees Crescent, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 7 September 2026 and could run through until 13 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 21 Aug 2026 at 11:47.
14 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are carrying out Utility asset works on Tees Crescent, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 8 September 2026 at 08:55 and could run through until 14 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 8 Sep 2026 at 09:52.
25 Sep 2026
National Highways are carrying out Works for road purposes on Lamesley Road, Lamesley, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 7 September 2026 at 09:30 and could run through until 25 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by National Highways on 7 Sep 2026 at 09:35.
8 Sep 2026 and 27 Jan 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Highway repair and maintenance works on Windermere Terrace, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 8 September 2026 and could run through until 27 January 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 15 Jun 2026 at 09:05.
27 Jan 2027
Northumbrian Water are carrying out Highway repair and maintenance works on Windermere Terrace, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 24 August 2026 at 12:10 and could run through until 27 January 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 24 Aug 2026 at 13:45.
8 and 28 Sep 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Keir Hardie Avenue, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 8 September 2026 and could run through until 28 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway, verge and footpath.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 7 Sep 2026 at 15:40.
8 Sep and 30 Nov 2026
Durham County Council are proposing to carry out Highway repair and maintenance works on Tweed Terrace, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 8 September 2026 and could run through until 30 November 2026. The works will impact the footway, carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Durham County Council on 1 Sep 2026 at 13:53.
8 Sep and 13 Oct 2026
Sunderland City Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Mount Lane, Springwell, Gateshead.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 8 September 2026 and could run through until 13 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 8 Sep 2026 at 07:23.
13 Oct 2026
Sunderland City Council are carrying out Highway improvement works on Mount Lane, Springwell, Gateshead.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 8 September 2026 at 13:06 and could run through until 13 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 8 Sep 2026 at 13:06.
Tuesday
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Halliwell Street, Houghton Town Centre, Houghton-le-spring.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 11 September 2026 at 15:00 and could run through until 22 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 14 Sep 2026 at 08:21.
14 Sep and 10 Dec 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Deans Walk, Gilesgate.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 14 September 2026 and could run through until 10 December 2026. The works will impact the footway, carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 10 Aug 2026 at 16:06.
19 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Abbey Road, Pity Me.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 14 September 2026 at 14:00 and could run through until 19 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 14 Sep 2026 at 15:11.
5 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are carrying out Utility repair and maintenance works on Front Street, Pity Me.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals are to be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 15 September 2026 at 08:00 and could run through until 5 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 15 Sep 2026 at 08:00.
14 Sep and 5 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Raby Close, Fence Houses, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 14 September 2026 and could run through until 5 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 5 May 2026 at 20:21.
14 Sep and 19 Oct 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Ravensworth Avenue, Fence Houses, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 14 September 2026 and could run through until 19 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 1 May 2026 at 12:57.
Tomorrow
Sunderland City Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Sunderland Highway, Albany, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 15 September 2026 and could run through until 17 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 2 Sep 2026 at 08:51.
Tomorrow
Sunderland City Council are carrying out Highway improvement works on Sunderland Highway, Albany, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road is closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works started on 15 September 2026 at 08:30 and could run through until 17 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 15 Sep 2026 at 08:41.
21 Sep and 16 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Benridge Bank, West Rainton.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 21 September 2026 and could run through until 16 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway, verge and footpath.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 26 Jun 2026 at 09:10.
21 Sep and 16 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Benridge Bank, West Rainton.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 21 September 2026 and could run through until 16 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway, verge and footpath.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 9 Sep 2026 at 08:45.
21 and 23 Sep 2026
Sunderland City Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Sunderland Street East Back, Houghton Town Centre, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 21 September 2026 and could run through until 23 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 15 Sep 2026 at 07:38.
21 and 23 Sep 2026
Sunderland City Council are proposing to carry out Highway repair and maintenance works on Balfour Street, Houghton Town Centre, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 21 September 2026 and could run through until 23 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 15 Sep 2026 at 07:42.
21 Sep and 9 Nov 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Sedgeletch Road, Fence Houses, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 21 September 2026 and could run through until 9 November 2026. The works will impact the footway, carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 10 Jun 2026 at 10:19.
21 Sep and 9 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Avon Road, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 21 September 2026 and could run through until 9 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 19 Feb 2026 at 16:17.
21 Sep and 9 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Avon Road, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 21 September 2026 and could run through until 9 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 8 Sep 2026 at 15:58.
22 Sep and 14 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Marx Crescent, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 22 September 2026 and could run through until 14 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 11 Sep 2026 at 15:01.
23 Sep and 3 Nov 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Violet Street, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 23 September 2026 and could run through until 3 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 24 Aug 2026 at 09:02.
23 Sep and 3 Nov 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Violet Street, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 23 September 2026 and could run through until 3 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 24 Aug 2026 at 11:20.
23 and 25 Sep 2026
Durham County Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Station Lane, Pelton.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 23 September 2026 and could run through until 25 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway and footpath.
This roadwork event was last updated by Durham County Council on 8 Sep 2026 at 11:25.
23 and 25 Sep 2026
Sunderland City Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Back Buttsfield Terrace, Penshaw, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 23 September 2026 and could run through until 25 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 15 Sep 2026 at 07:46.
23 and 25 Sep 2026
Sunderland City Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Tilley Road, Crowther, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 23 September 2026 and could run through until 25 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 2 Sep 2026 at 08:27.
23 and 25 Sep 2026
Sunderland City Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Tilley Road, Crowther, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 23 September 2026 and could run through until 25 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Sunderland City Council on 2 Sep 2026 at 09:14.
24 and 26 Sep 2026
National Highways are proposing to carry out Works for road purposes on Lamesley Road, Lamesley, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 24 September 2026 and could run through until 26 September 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by National Highways on 4 Sep 2026 at 14:09.
28 Sep and 16 Oct 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Lanchester Road, Witton Gilbert.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 16 October 2026. The works will impact the footway, carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 4 Sep 2026 at 10:55.
28 Sep and 6 Oct 2026
Durham County Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Warkworth Drive, Chester-le-street.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 6 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Durham County Council on 11 Aug 2026 at 10:37.
28 Sep and 2 Nov 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Acacia Avenue, Fence Houses, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 2 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 1 May 2026 at 12:57.
28 Sep and 6 Oct 2026
Durham County Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Redesdale Road, Chester-le-street.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 6 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Durham County Council on 11 Aug 2026 at 10:35.
28 Sep 2026 and 2 Apr 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Chaytor Terrace North, The Middles.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 2 April 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 29 Jul 2026 at 12:44.
28 Sep 2026 and 2 Apr 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Chaytor Terrace North, The Middles.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 2 April 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 11 Sep 2026 at 16:27.
28 Sep 2026 and 2 Apr 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Kimberley Gardens, The Middles.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 2 April 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 29 Jul 2026 at 11:26.
28 Sep 2026 and 2 Apr 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Kimberley Gardens, The Middles.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 2 April 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 11 Sep 2026 at 16:27.
28 Sep 2026 and 2 Apr 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Woodside Gardens, The Middles.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 2 April 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 29 Jul 2026 at 12:47.
28 Sep 2026 and 2 Apr 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Woodside Gardens, The Middles.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 2 April 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 11 Sep 2026 at 16:24.
28 Sep and 16 Oct 2026
Durham County Council are proposing to carry out roadworks on Pelton Lane, Newfield.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 28 September 2026 and could run through until 16 October 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Durham County Council on 5 Aug 2026 at 07:47.
1 Oct and 31 Dec 2026
Durham County Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Pelaw Road, Chester-le-street.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 1 October 2026 and could run through until 31 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Durham County Council on 30 Jul 2026 at 14:56.
1 Oct and 31 Dec 2026
Durham County Council are proposing to carry out Highway improvement works on Conyers Road, Chester-le-street.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 1 October 2026 and could run through until 31 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Durham County Council on 24 Mar 2026 at 08:50.
5 Oct and 27 Nov 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Thackeray Street, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 5 October 2026 and could run through until 27 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 21 Aug 2026 at 11:56.
5 Oct and 27 Nov 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Thackeray Street, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 5 October 2026 and could run through until 27 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 21 Aug 2026 at 15:36.
6 and 8 Oct 2026
National Highways are proposing to carry out Works for road purposes on Lamesley Road, Lamesley, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 6 October 2026 and could run through until 8 October 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by National Highways on 21 Jul 2026 at 09:58.
7 Oct and 1 Dec 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Stevenson Street, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 7 October 2026 and could run through until 1 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 21 Aug 2026 at 11:56.
7 Oct and 1 Dec 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Stevenson Street, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 7 October 2026 and could run through until 1 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 21 Aug 2026 at 15:55.
9 Oct 2026 and 19 May 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Holly Hill Gardens West, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 9 October 2026 and could run through until 19 May 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 29 Jul 2026 at 11:23.
12 Oct and 4 Dec 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Bernard Street South Back, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 12 October 2026 and could run through until 4 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 21 Aug 2026 at 11:56.
12 Oct and 4 Dec 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Bernard Street South Back, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 12 October 2026 and could run through until 4 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 21 Aug 2026 at 15:56.
12 Oct 2026 and 12 Feb 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Washington Highway, Harraton, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 12 October 2026 and could run through until 12 February 2027. The works will impact the carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 27 Aug 2026 at 08:50.
12 Oct 2026 and 12 Feb 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Washington Highway, Harraton, Washington.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 12 October 2026 and could run through until 12 February 2027. The works will impact the carriageway and verge.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 14 Sep 2026 at 12:26.
12 Oct and 20 Nov 2026
Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council are proposing to carry out Highway repair and maintenance works on Durham Road, Birtley Central, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 12 October 2026 and could run through until 20 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council on 21 Jul 2026 at 13:19.
12 Oct and 9 Nov 2026
Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council are proposing to carry out Highway repair and maintenance works on Durham Road, Birtley Central, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 12 October 2026 and could run through until 9 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council on 24 Aug 2026 at 10:57.
13 Oct and 3 Nov 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Wansbeck Avenue (Back), Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 13 October 2026 and could run through until 3 November 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 21 Aug 2026 at 11:45.
13 Oct and 16 Nov 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Lyndhurst Avenue, Chester-le-street.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 13 October 2026 and could run through until 16 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 3 Aug 2026 at 12:39.
16 Oct 2026 and 9 Mar 2027
National Highways are proposing to carry out Works for road purposes on Lumley New Road, Woodstone Village.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 16 October 2026 and could run through until 9 March 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by National Highways on 28 Jul 2026 at 15:51.
19 Oct and 18 Dec 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Travers Street, New Herrington, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 19 October 2026 and could run through until 18 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 4 Sep 2026 at 09:03.
19 Oct and 18 Dec 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Travers Street, New Herrington, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 19 October 2026 and could run through until 18 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 14 Sep 2026 at 12:27.
22 Oct 2026 and 25 Jan 2027
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Tweed Terrace, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 22 October 2026 and could run through until 25 January 2027. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 5 Feb 2026 at 09:19.
26 Oct and 23 Nov 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Mount Pleasant, Hall Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 26 October 2026 and could run through until 23 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 23 Jul 2026 at 07:33.
2 and 23 Nov 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Nesham Place, Hall Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
Two-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 2 November 2026 and could run through until 23 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 23 Jul 2026 at 07:37.
2 and 20 Nov 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Salisbury Street, South Moor, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 2 November 2026 and could run through until 20 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 14 Jul 2026 at 10:18.
2 Nov 2026 and 18 Jan 2027
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Park Road, South Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 2 November 2026 and could run through until 18 January 2027. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 14 Jul 2026 at 10:23.
2 and 13 Nov 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Gladstone Street, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 2 November 2026 and could run through until 13 November 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 14 Jul 2026 at 10:17.
3 Nov and 8 Dec 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Station Lane, Pelton.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 3 November 2026 and could run through until 8 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 7 Sep 2026 at 13:48.
9 Nov and 18 Dec 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Burn Lea, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 9 November 2026 and could run through until 18 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 1 Sep 2026 at 08:20.
9 Nov and 18 Dec 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Burn Lea, Dairy Lane Estate, Houghton-le-spring.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 9 November 2026 and could run through until 18 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 2 Sep 2026 at 10:14.
9 and 11 Nov 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Castle View, Chester-le-street.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 9 November 2026 and could run through until 11 November 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 8 Sep 2026 at 10:57.
9 and 13 Nov 2026
Northern Powergrid (Northeast) are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on The Brooms, Ouston.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 9 November 2026 and could run through until 13 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) on 14 Aug 2026 at 16:33.
9 and 27 Nov 2026
Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council are proposing to carry out Highway repair and maintenance works on Durham Road, Birtley Central, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
Multi-way signals will be in place for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 9 November 2026 and could run through until 27 November 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council on 4 Aug 2026 at 11:27.
11 Nov and 18 Dec 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Parmeter Street (Side), Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 11 November 2026 and could run through until 18 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 1 Jul 2026 at 10:00.
16 Nov and 5 Dec 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Eyre Street, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 16 November 2026 and could run through until 5 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 3 Jun 2026 at 12:59.
16 Nov and 15 Dec 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Chapel Row Back, Portobello, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 16 November 2026 and could run through until 15 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 7 Sep 2026 at 15:39.
16 and 18 Nov 2026
Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council are proposing to carry out Highway repair and maintenance works on Mount Pleasant, Birtley Central, Birtley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 16 November 2026 and could run through until 18 November 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council on 21 Jul 2026 at 13:11.
23 Nov and 5 Dec 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Rydal Avenue, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 23 November 2026 and could run through until 5 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 3 Jun 2026 at 12:57.
23 Nov and 18 Dec 2026
Northumbrian Water are proposing to carry out Utility asset works on Windermere Terrace, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 23 November 2026 and could run through until 18 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northumbrian Water on 12 Jun 2026 at 11:14.
30 Nov and 18 Dec 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Poplar Street (Back), Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 30 November 2026 and could run through until 18 December 2026. The works will impact the carriageway only.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 10 Apr 2026 at 11:55.
30 Nov and 18 Dec 2026
Northern Gas Networks are proposing to carry out Utility repair and maintenance works on Pine Street, Stanley.
These works are categorised as Major.
The road will be closed for some or all of the period and could cause delays to journeys.
The works will start on or after 30 November 2026 and could run through until 18 December 2026. The works will impact the footway and carriageway.
This roadwork event was last updated by Northern Gas Networks on 3 Jun 2026 at 12:56.
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Roadworks Listing near to The Crescent, CHESTER LE STREET, DH2 2DY (15 Events)
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