24-06-2025
Residents react as busy Wrexham road to close for two months
The Leader recently reported that Dean Road was set to close for a period of 61 days from June 16.
That is because Wales & West Utilities is working to replace the gas mains underneath the carriageway.
The road is now closed from the Greyhound Roundabout in a northerly direction towards Jeffreys Road.
The alternative route for vehicles affected by the closure is via Borras Road, Rhosnesni Lane, A5152 Chester Road/Powell Road/Bodhyfryd and A534 Holt Road.
And, although pedestrian access is being maintained throughout the period of closure, residents have still been left frustrated by the move.
Many of them have been getting in touch with us to share their views.
Dean Road, Wrexham (Image: Google Streetview)
Sue Breese described it as a 'nightmare' for residents living in Borras, while Sam Roberts added; "It's a nightmare when using the scout hut and I'm sure it will affect the shop too!"
Lynn Alison told us; "I've never known a road to have as many road closures as this one."
Charlotte Powell added: "And part of the Holt Road is one way. Absolute chaos."
Barry Turnbull said: "Why can't they wait for the schools to end first?"
Michelle Bee added: "It was a nightmare the last time they shut that road. I'm glad my son has finished school and I won't be having to drive that route! Good luck, and my deepest sympathy for the residents and other road users."
Wales & West Utilities began the £260,000 project on Holt Road back in April and, barring any engineering difficulties, it will finish by the end of September.
The gas emergency and pipeline service has liaised with Wrexham Council to plan the project, and it has been agreed that traffic management will be in place throughout.
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Wales & West Utilities Adam Smith is managing this work and said: "We know that working in areas like this is not ideal, but it is essential to make sure we keep the gas flowing to homes and businesses in the area, and to make sure the gas network is fit for the future.
"We'll have a team of gas engineers on site throughout the project to make sure our work is completed as safely and as quickly as possible while keeping disruption to a minimum.
"While most of the gas network is underground and out of sight, it plays a central role in the daily lives of people across the wider Wrexham area. Whether it's heating your home, making the family dinner or having a hot bath, we understand how important it is for your gas supply to be safe and reliable and there when you need it."
Their customer service team is ready to take your call if you have any questions about the work via 0800 912 2999.
