Live Traffic CameraA205 Christchurch Rd/A23 Brixton H

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A205 Christchurch Rd/A23 Brixton H — Thornton Heath. 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 at A205 Christchurch Rd/A23 Brixton H in Thornton Heath covers a signalised junction on the A205 (South Circular Road). Traffic behaviour at these intersections is shaped by pedestrian demand, turning traffic and the volume of heavy vehicles. Peak-hour queuing here follows typical London patterns, with morning and evening school and commuter surges overlapping on weekdays. the southern equivalent of the North Circular, a patchwork orbital route through suburban South London frequently criticised for its congestion and indirect routing The location sits outside the Congestion Charge Zone — no CC charge applies here and is within the ULEZ boundary.

Journey Planning Tips

  • This junction of the A205 and A23 backs up rapidly at peak times — if the JamCam shows stationary traffic, consider an alternative route before joining
  • Peak congestion near A205 Christchurch Rd/A23 Brixton H 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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