Back Rockfield Road in Anfield is closed to vehicles for essential highway maintenance, with the restriction running from September 17, 2026 until January 28, 2027, or for a shorter period if works finish earlier. Liverpool City Council has issued a temporary prohibition of driving order affecting the road.
Closure details and location
The closure applies from the junction with Blessington Road to the junction with Gilman Street, near postcode L4 0TH. The legal basis for the order is Section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, and it has been issued to allow council contractors to carry out essential highway maintenance.
A signed diversion route will be in place throughout the works. The order is dated September 17, 2026, and is signed by Roger Mann, head of law (planning and regulatory), City Law and Governance, Cunard Building, Water Street, Liverpool.
What this means for drivers and residents
Vehicles will not be permitted to proceed along the affected stretch during the works period. Diversion signs will guide motorists around the closure, and drivers should allow extra time for local journeys and take care when following temporary signage. Local access arrangements will be managed on site by the contractor's traffic management team.
Parking restrictions may apply within the closure and at work sites, with temporary signs and cones indicating suspended bays. Bus operators, delivery companies and waste collection services may adjust routes or timings during the closure. Those with concerns or who believe they may be adversely impacted are encouraged to contact Liverpool City Council's highways team to discuss access needs or report issues during the works.
The full public notice has been published online by the council via the public notice portal.
