A12 Crash Near Chelmsford Causes Significant Delays on London-Bound Carriageway

Motorists travelling towards London on the A12 near Chelmsford are facing significant disruption this afternoon following a road traffic collision.

The London-bound carriageway has been left partially blocked after an incident just after Junction 19, near Chelmsford, with traffic slowing considerably and delays reported stretching back as far as Boreham.

Drivers in the area are being warned to expect delays and are advised to allow extra time for their journeys. Motorists are asked to allow extra time for their journeys until the road has been cleared.

The A12 is one of the busiest arterial routes in Essex, connecting London with Chelmsford, Colchester, and beyond into Suffolk. The stretch around Junction 19 at the Boreham Interchange is a well-known congestion hotspot, particularly during peak hours and when incidents occur.

Those travelling London-bound should consider alternative routes where possible, including the A130 or local roads through the Chelmsford area, to avoid the worst of the delays.