Disruptions Due to Utility Works in Harrow
The residents of Harrow are set to experience significant disruptions this month as major utility works are undertaken across various roads. The long-awaited water works on Morland Avenue in Kenton are expected to conclude by the end of August, following a closure that has persisted since April. This essential work has necessitated the closure of the road to motorists for several months.
While some road closures will only impact local traffic for a few days, thus minimising inconvenience, others will be much more prolonged. For instance, Blythwood Road in Hatch End will be out of action for over two months. Such closures may force residents to seek alternative routes, leading to potential traffic bottlenecks. Additionally, lane restrictions on major thoroughfares within the borough could exacerbate delays for drivers.
Another notable reopening will occur mid-month as Rusland Park Avenue in Wealdstone is set to welcome back traffic after being closed since early June. However, as the month draws to a close, Marsworth Avenue in Hatch End will be temporarily shut for necessary water works, remaining inaccessible until the second week of September.
Overview of Ongoing and Upcoming Road Closures
Insights from local sources have provided a comprehensive view of the ongoing and anticipated road and lane closures throughout the month. Below is a summary of the closures that residents should be aware of:
- Bacon Lane (Edgware): Closed from 27 June to 10 August for gas works.
- Oakleigh Avenue (Edgware): Closed from 3 August to 28 August for water works.
- Cecil Park (Pinner): Closed from 27 July to 31 August for road maintenance.
- Blythwood Road (Hatch End): Closed from 10 August to 30 October for water works.
- Marsworth Avenue (Hatch End): Closed from 31 August to 11 September for water works.
- Whitefriars Drive (Harrow Weald): Closed from 3 August to 5 August for water works.
- Fontwell Close (Harrow Weald): Closed from 27 July to 28 August for gas works.
- Carmelite Road (Harrow Weald): Closed on 25 August from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm for water works.
- Village Way (Rayners Lane): Closed on 23 August from 9:30 am to midnight for water works.
- Highfield Avenue (Rayners Lane): Closed from 24 August to 27 August for water works.
- St Johns Road (South Harrow): Closed from 19 August to 21 August for telecoms works.
- Gayton Road (South Harrow): Closed from 28 July to 3 August for water works.
- Northwick Avenue (South Harrow): Closed from 28 July to 3 August for water works.
- Willowcourt Avenue (Kenton): Closed from 16 July to 10 August for water works.
- Upton Gardens (Kenton): Closed from 16 July to 10 August for water works.
- Sedgecombe Avenue (Kenton): Closed from 6 August to 28 August for water works.
- Totternhoe Close (Kenton): Closed from 14 August to 15 August for water works.
- Morland Avenue (Kenton): Closed from 28 April to 24 August for water works.
- Rusland Park Road (Wealdstone): Closed from 2 June to 10 August for gas works.
- Marlborough Hill (Wealdstone): Closed from 17 July to 25 August for gas works.
- Princes Drive (Wealdstone): Closed from 28 July to 24 August for water works.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed of these developments and plan their journeys accordingly to minimise delays.

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