Live Traffic CameraA13 Branch Road

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A13 Branch Road — Tower Hamlets. Live feed via TfL, refreshed every 5 min.

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Possible Rush Hour

Typical busy periods

Weekdays 07:30–09:30 and 16:30–19:00

Live conditions

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About This Camera

This TfL JamCam monitors the A13 (Commercial Road / Newham Way) in Tower Hamlets. a major East London arterial serving Barking, Dagenham, Thurrock and the Thames Gateway. Used heavily by freight heading to London Gateway and Tilbury docks The camera is part of TfL's JamCam network of over 900 CCTV cameras covering London's road network. Images are captured every five minutes and served directly from TfL's Open Data API — the same feed used by Google Maps, Waze and Apple Maps for live London traffic. This location is outside the Congestion Charge Zone — no CC charge applies here and within the ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone), which covers all roads in Greater London.

Journey Planning Tips

  • Check this JamCam before joining the A13 in London — knowing the queue length before you arrive lets you choose an alternative route
  • Peak congestion near A13 Branch Road is weekdays 07:30–09:30 and 16:30–19:00 — travelling outside these windows typically cuts journey times by 20–40%
  • All vehicles in this area must comply with the ULEZ — check your vehicle at tfl.gov.uk/ulez before driving. Non-compliant vehicles pay £12.50 per day even outside peak hours
  • View the JamCams map to see live conditions across the wider London road network and identify the clearest approach route
  • Check TfL Road Disruptions for live incidents in this area
  • Consider public transport if the JamCam shows heavy congestion

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