Deep Pothole on Oxhawth Crescent in Bromley Remains Unresolved, Posing Hazard for School Children

April 20, 2026

A deep pothole on Oxhawth Crescent in Petts Wood, Bromley, continues to pose a significant safety issue for pedestrians, including many school children, remaining unresolved for three months since its initial report.

The Problem Explained

A resident reported a large and deep pothole at the crossing of Oxhawth Crescent and Southborough Lane, on the Oxhawth Crescent side, to Bromley Council via FixMyStreet on 27 January 2026. According to the report, the defect has been getting "bigger and more dangerous" since it was first logged. The resident states that many school children and adults regularly cross this area, and the deep pothole creates a risk of injury, making it unsafe to walk.

Local Impact and Context

The ongoing issue on Oxhawth Crescent directly impacts the daily routines of local families. The area is frequented by pupils attending nearby educational institutions such as St James' Roman Catholic Primary School, located on Maybury Close, which is close to Southborough Lane. The presence of a deep, worsening pothole in such a pedestrian-heavy location creates a hazard for children and other residents. Bromley Council has acknowledged a backlog of repairs following heavy winter conditions, which created "hundreds of new potholes and worsened others" across the borough.

Council Response and Status

Bromley Council has marked the FixMyStreet report for the Oxhawth Crescent pothole as "In progress" as of 20 April 2026. The council has recently increased its efforts to tackle road defects, announcing in February 2026 a trial of a new 'super asphalt' (Viafix) designed for quicker pothole repairs, with each repair guaranteed for two years.

In March 2026, the council reported fixing over 1,000 potholes in six weeks and is trialling 'Velocity Patching'. Bromley Council aims to fix between 3,000 and 4,000 potholes this year and has secured a grant to double its road resurfacing budget to over £5 million for 2025/26. The council considers large, deep potholes an emergency, with response times dependent on the severity and risk posed to public safety.

OFFICIAL SOURCE VERIFICATION:

This report is based on data from FixMyStreet.

Document: Urgent - Pothole safety issue (no action for 3 months!), 20th April

Source Link: https://www.fixmystreet.com/report/9325471

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