Croydon major works update – early June

5 June 2024

Work is powering ahead to make the Lilydale Line level crossing free by 2024, a year ahead of schedule.

Works are ramping up to remove the congested level crossing and roundabout by elevating the rail line, building a new Croydon Station and transport hub.

Following major works over the winter, Croydon will be boom gate free by early July 2024 – a year ahead of schedule, and cars will be travelling along the new Kent Avenue to Lacey Street connection.

The new Croydon Station will open to passengers in late July 2024, with finishing works on the new station and transport hub continuing into spring. The new station will have 2 entrances and forecourts, improved safety and modern facilities

What we’re doing

With the boom gates gone for good at Coolstore Road, we are working day and night in Croydon until early July 2024 to:

decommission and remove the old rail infrastructure
install new infrastructure and complete construction of the new elevated rail bridge
complete road drainage and signalling works
build the new road connections to link Kent Avenue to Lacey Street and Devon Street to Wicklow Avenue.

Progress update

It’s been nearly 2 weeks since our construction blitz kicked off, and we are making great progress. So far, we’ve:

removed all the old rail, sleepers, ballast, overhead structures and signalling infrastructure
demolished platform 1 of the old Croydon Station
installed 60 out of 88 concrete beams for the new rail bridge
installed 5 out of the 6 station buildings
installed 2 of the 4 lift shafts
installed 1 of the 4 stairs which form part of the access to the platforms from the station concourse area.

What to expect

There will be changes to pedestrian access around Croydon during this time. Traffic management staff will be in place to ensure the safety of road users and pedestrians.
Vegetation trimming and removal will be carried out within the rail corridor across various site locations.
There will be construction noise and an increase in workers, vehicles and construction equipment, as well as a significant increase in heavy vehicle movements through the area.
Construction vehicles will access the rail corridor via Coolstore Road, Railway Crescent, Surrey Road West, William Road/James Road, the Devon Street site compound, Gallipoli Parade, Wicklow Avenue, Pierson Drive and Lincoln Road service road.
During night works, targeted lighting will be used for work areas with measures in place to prevent light spill.
The site compound and site storage area located between Mount View Street and Devon Street will be used day and night throughout this period. Additional areas along the rail corridor will also be used intermittently throughout the 24/7 works to store material, equipment and facilitate deliveries and access to the rail corridor.

Please be aware works can sometimes take longer than expected or need to be rescheduled due to weather and other factors outside of our control.

Upcoming road and rail changes

Rail

Belgrave and Lilydale lines

Buses will replace trains on sections of the Belgrave and Lilydale lines from 8.30pm Friday 24 May to early July 2024.

Buses will also replace trains on sections of the Belgrave and Alamein lines at times in June. For more information on planning your journey please visit the PTV website.

Road

Niel Street

Traffic control and short-term changes to parking until Sunday 23 June 2024.

To facilitate deliveries and access, a shuttle flow traffic arrangement will be in place at the corner of Niel Street where it meets the rail corridor.
On-street parking will be temporarily removed on Niel Street between the rail corridor and Dorset Road

Pierson Drive

Closed between Main Street and Railway Grove until early July 2024 to complete major road works activities.

Railway Crescent, Surrey Road and Croydon Road Businesses

Ongoing works with temporary driveway impacts and traffic control until early July.

Construction will take place day and night in Railway Crescent throughout this period and traffic management will be in place.
Large bridge beams will be lifted into place from Railway Crescent from 6am Monday 3 June to Monday 10 June.
Temporary driveway closures will be in place while the beams are being lifted into position. We have been in contact with residents impacted by these works to discuss respite options during this time.
To facilitate access into site for large trucks and deliveries of large concrete beams, on-street parking will need be intermittently closed throughout June and temporarily closed at Surrey Road West between Croydon Road and Railway Crescent (adjacent to Silcock Reserve).
Access to the business car parks on Croydon Road will be maintained via the fire station driveway.

Kent Avenue

Rescheduled dates: Temporary road closure, day and night from Tuesday 11 June to Friday 21 June 2024.

During this time, bus stops will be closed on Kent Avenue, and diversions will be in place for the 380, 670 and 671 services. Plan your journey on the PTV website.
Kent Avenue will be temporarily closed at the Wicklow Avenue intersection to continue construction of the new road connection between Kent Avenue and Lacey Street.

Wicklow Avenue

Rescheduled dates: Full closure between Alto Avenue and Toorak Avenue, day and night from Friday 31 May to Tuesday 11 June 2024.

Wicklow Avenue will temporarily close between Alto Avenue and Toorak Avenue to enable major roadworks and bridge beam installation activities to take place.
Temporary driveway closures will be in place while bridge beams are lifted into position. At other times, local access will be managed under traffic control.

Rescheduled dates: Full closure between Alto Avenue and Toorak Avenue, day and night from Friday 21 June to early July 2024.

The driveway into the Croydon Central car park (adjacent to Platter Pantry) will be closed during this time. The main entrance will remain open.
Access to the Wicklow Medical Centre will be maintained in a one-way traffic arrangement via Alto Avenue and Ellesmere Avenue during both closure periods.
Access to properties located on Ellesmere Avenue and Toorak Avenue will be via Alto Avenue during this period.
During this time, bus stops will be closed on Wicklow Avenue, Kent Avenue and Mt Dandenong Road. Diversions will be in place for the route 380 service. Plan your journey on the PTV website.

Hewish Road

Temporary parking impacts adjacent to Windsor Road from Monday 3 June to Monday 10 June.

To facilitate the safe delivery of large concrete beams to site, some on-street parking will need close on Hewish Road, adjacent to Windsor Road. Bollards will be put in place in the area.

Main Street

Full closure between 61 Main Street and Vinnies, day and night from Tuesday 18 June to Sunday 23 June 2024.

A full lane closure will be in place between 61 Main Street and Vinnies to carry out major road works and continue building the new Kent to Lacey road connection. Some car spaces will be temporarily closed at this time adjacent to 57 Main Street.

Traffic changes map

Map showing traffic changes in June

Upcoming pedestrian changes

Alto Avenue rail pedestrian crossing

Rail pedestrian crossing closure until Spring 2024.

The rail pedestrian crossing at Alto Avenue is currently closed. A new signalised crossing and shared use path will open at Devon Street by spring 2024.
The temporary crossing at Main Street is open.

Surrey Road rail pedestrian crossing

Rail pedestrian crossing closure from Monday 17 June to Monday 1 July 2024.

The Surrey Road rail pedestrian crossing will closeto enable critical works. Outside of this time, there will be delays of up to 15 minutes while machinery is moved along the rail line. A pedestrian crossing is available at Main Street.

Pedestrian changes map

Map showing pedestrian changes in June

Thank you for your patience

Thank you for your patience during these works. We understand that our works are disruptive and we remain available to discuss your needs throughout the construction blitz.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss additional support options that may be available for you, please contact us.