Notification of upcoming works – Phase 2A
In June 2025, Enfield Council presented the design for improvements in Enfield Town and a statutory consultation on the proposed changes for Phase 2 was carried out.
Following the consultation, a decision was made to split implementation of Phase 2 of the project into two construction phases and deliver the first of these, Phase 2A. The upcoming construction of Phase 2A is detailed below. Further interventions will be delivered as part of construction Phase 2B at a later date subject to further approval and funding.
The map below identifies the current construction phase within the wider project area.
What works will be occurring?
Below is a summary of the interventions being delivered as part of construction Phase 2A at this time:
- Widening the existing crossing on Church Street, west of Burleigh Way (by the western entrance to the shopping centre)
- Widening the existing crossing outside the Market Square
- Relocating the bus stand from Cecil Road onto Church Street
- Introduction of a 24-hour bus lane on a section of Church Street permitting buses, taxis, motorcyclists and cyclists
- Readjusting the position of two disabled bays on Sarnesfield Road to allow better access
- Introducing a 3-hour stay limit to the existing disabled bays on Sarnesfield Road
- Changes to waiting and loading within the Phase 2A area. This includes introducing a Red Route along the high street, as well as replacing the ‘No Waiting No Loading at Any Time’ restrictions recently implemented as part of Phase 1
- Introduction of a raised table opposite the Market Square
- New greening on Fountain Island and in front of the Market Square
- Widening of footways, resurfacing and footway improvements
To carry out the works in a safe and efficient manner we will need to introduce temporary traffic measures at the junctions and on the roads mentioned above. These measures will include signage on the carriageway and footway detailing traffic and pedestrian diversions. Measures will also include parking restrictions that will be signed in the area. Access to nearby properties will be maintained at all times.
As the works progress, our contractor will be writing to residents and businesses with further information about the construction plan specific to their area, but signage should also be checked as changes may occur should any unforeseen circumstances arise.
Some works will require full road closures, and diversions will be put in place. This may result in temporary night closures of sections of roads and footways, and any impact will be kept to a minimum. Impacted residents and businesses will be notified separately and signage on site will also be provided
To enable us to carry out these works we will be using machinery and vehicles that may cause some noise. We will try to keep this to a minimum.
If you have any queries relating to the construction works, please contact our contractor Kenson Highways at PLO@KensonHighways.com.
When will the works take place?
These works will begin Monday 20 October 2025 and will continue until completion of the works which are estimated to take approximately 3 months. This timeline may change due to any unforeseen circumstances that arise or works progressing faster than expected.
How will we manage the impact on residents and businesses?
We recognise that construction works on our streets can cause temporary disruption to those living or working nearby. Please be assured that every effort is made to minimise any unnecessary noise or foot/vehicle traffic disruption, and we have reminded all staff to be considerate to our neighbours. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience that this work may cause.
If you have any questions about this project, please email journeysandplaces@enfield.gov.uk.
