A34/A44 Peartree interchange
Construction of the improvements to the A44 between the A34 Peartree interchange and the Loop Farm roundabout were substantially completed at the end of September 2023 including the switching on of the traffic signals on Peartree interchange week commencing 25 September 2023.
Since switching on the traffic signals, we are aware of queuing occurring on the roundabout due to the ongoing adjacent developer works at the Oxford North site that continues on the A44 past the Peartree park & ride. We continue to monitor this, and traffic signal engineers have scheduled another site visit to validate further the signal phasing against final traffic flows and conditions once the developer works are complete. This is currently expected in January 2024.
In the interim, and subject to monitoring, we are considering the installation of yellow box markings, and if appropriate, we can arrange for their implementation. We have numerous items of remedial works to undertake along the length of the whole project, and these markings could be included as part of those measures.
What has been implemented
This scheme has delivered the following key construction elements:
- New dedicated southbound bus lanes between Loop Farm Roundabout and Peartree Interchange
- A new footpath on the eastern side of the A44
- New continuous, and widened, shared use pedestrian and cycle path on the western side of the A44
- Improved informal crossing facilities on Frieze Way
- New signalised crossings on the Pear Tree Interchange (northbound off-slip and southbound on-slip)
- Additional traffic lanes on Peartree circulatory
- Improved street and footpath lighting
Construction timetable
- Main works - substantial completion end September 2023
- Commissioning of traffic signals 25 September 2023
A minor site presence will be maintained to complete any remedial and defects works required. In addition, replacement landscaping works are due to be implemented from January 2024, and these will have a minimum impact on traffic lanes. Installation of new signage to the A34 northbound off–slip remains outstanding, and dates are to be confirmed in future updates to this page.
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