A murder hunt has been launched after a 45-year-old man was shot in Hackney.
Police were called to Dynevor Road, Stoke Newington, at 0.18am on Tuesday after gunshots were heard.
Stoke Newington High Street is currently closed between Amhurst Road and Kynaston Avenue.
A second cordon is currently in place on nearby Dynevor Road.
One resident told the Hackney Gazette: “I heard two or three gunshots around about midnight or 12.30. They woke me up.”
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Forensic officers at the scene
Tuesday 5 August 2025 15:25 , Bill BowkettPolice forensic officers have been pictured at the scene in Hackney.
The Metropolitan Police said that formal identification and a post-mortem examination would take place in "due course".

Interactive map of serious attacks near Stoke Newington murder
Tuesday 5 August 2025 11:53 , Charlotte AmbroseAn interactive map shows recent serious attacks which occurred near the murder under investigation in Stoke Newington.
A nine-year-old girl was shot in a drive by shooting outside Evin Cafe on Kingsland Road near the incident on May 29 2024.
20-year-old Jason Junior Romeo, known locally as “LD” was stabbed to death on Bodey Road on February 18 2025.
Victim, 45, died ‘despite best efforts of crews’ - London Ambulance Service
Tuesday 5 August 2025 11:50 , Anthony FranceLondon Ambulance Service said: “We were called at 12.18am today August 5 to reports of a shooting at the junction of Stoke Newington High Street and Dynevor Road, Hackney.
“We sent resources to the scene, including an ambulance crew, an advanced paramedic, a paramedic from our tactical response unit and an incident response officer.
“We also dispatched a trauma team from London’s Air Ambulance, which consisted of a paramedic and a doctor in car.
“Sadly, despite the best efforts of our crews, a man was pronounced dead at the scene.”
Police say Stoke Newington fatal shooting ‘isolated incident’
Tuesday 5 August 2025 11:43 , Anthony FranceDetective Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke, who leads policing for the area, said: “Our team of detectives and forensic specialists are working at pace to establish the full circumstances that led to the tragic death of this man.
“We understand this incident will cause concern within the Stoke Newington community, however we do believe this to be an isolated incident at this stage of the investigation with no wider risk to the general public.
“Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area, along with a crime scene, as we carry out our enquiries. We thank them for their patience and co-operation at this time.
“We urge anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has any information that could assist us, to come forward as soon as possible.”
Murder investigation launched after man, 45, shot dead in Stoke Newington
Tuesday 5 August 2025 11:41 , Anthony FranceA murder investigation is underway following a fatal shooting in Stoke Newington.
Police were called to Dynevor Road just after midnight to reports of gunshots.
Officers arrived and a found a man, aged 45, with injuries.
Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
His next-of-kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Formal identification and a post-mortem examination will take place in due course.
Stoke Newington Green councillor confirms shooting in the area
Tuesday 5 August 2025 11:35 , Charlotte AmbroseLiam Davis, Green Councillor for Stoke Newington, confirmed on X: “Police have launched an investigation after a man was shot in Stoke Newington last night.”
He said his thoughts and condolences are with those affected and urged witnesses to contact 101 quoting CAD 108/05Aug with any information they have about the tragic incident.
Police have launched an investigation after a man was shot in Stoke Newington last night. My thoughts are with him and all those affected. Incidents like this are always deeply upsetting. If you saw anything, please contact 📞101 quoting CAD 108/05Aug.
— Liam Davis (@liamzud) August 5, 2025
‘Person being taken away from the scene by private ambulance’, residents claim
Tuesday 5 August 2025 11:26 , Anthony FranceAmid a lack of official information, locals claimed they had seen a person being taken away from the scene by the emergency services or a private ambulance.
Roger Singh was in his garden when he heard gunshots ring out at around midnight.
Mr Singh, who has lived in Dynevor Road for 20 years, told MyLondon: “It is a bit shocking as I have young kids. They go to the school round the corner.
“It’s not normally like this round here.”
Another resident Liza Dodds added: “It’s very strange because it’s nice here. The houses are worth £1million.
“But, I don’t suffer the consequences of what’s happening.”
Ms Dodds saw police and medics flood the area but the Met and London Ambulance Service are yet to issue statements nearly 12 hours on.
Gunfire ‘normal’ for Hackney, but no response from Met Police or paramedics
Tuesday 5 August 2025 10:46 , Anthony FranceResidents report hearing gunshots near the A10 in Hackney around 1am on Tuesday.
A second cordon is currently in place on nearby Dynevor Road.
The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service have been approached for comment.
One resident told the Hackney Gazette: “I heard two or three gunshots around about midnight or 12.30. They woke me up.”
“They were similar to a car backfiring.”
A shopworker added: “I was here. I heard a few gunshots and then shouting and screaming.”
A third local, calling himself Jimmy, told MyLondon: "I live round the corner and heard the gunshots.
“It’s normal for Hackney. “I’m not even from here and that’s all I’ve ever heard.”
According to traffic tracker Inrix, the high street was shut to cars and pedestrians sometime between midnight and 1am.
Bus routes 67, 76, 149, 243 and 276 are on diversion.
'Back to its old ways'
Tuesday 5 August 2025 10:28 , Sean MartinAn anonymous resident said: “Just when Hackney is getting better it ends up getting back to its old ways.
“Hopefully we will cover from this and it gets better.”
Another woman who works in a local shop said: “These people are unafraid. They did this five minutes away from the local police station.”
A police officer was overheard telling a pedestrian “there’s been a murder” and that they would not be able to cross the cordoned off area for at least a few hours.
Business disrupted amid street closure
Tuesday 5 August 2025 10:22 , Charlotte AmbroseLocal estate agents have not been allowed to work from the office on Stoke Newington High Street because the road is cordoned off.
The police did allow employees to collect keys to take viewings, but they were made to leave the premises.
Customers at beauty salon Nailpoint London on the road are having to step under police barriers to attend their appointments.
Road closed since 1AM
Tuesday 5 August 2025 10:07 , Sean MartinThe Hackney road has been closed to pedestrians and cars since between midnight and 1am this morning.
Stoke Newington High Street is cordoned off from Brooke Road to Evering Road.
It is unclear where the incident happened as such a large section of road is closed for police investigation.
The scene has been cordoned off - images
Tuesday 5 August 2025 09:57 , Sean Martin


Stoke Newington shooting
Tuesday 5 August 2025 09:53 , Sean MartinSections of Stoke Newington High Street are cordoned off for police investigation following an incident around 12am last night.
Locals have speculated that a man was shot and died at the scene.
This occurred just five minutes away from the Metropolitan Police Station on the same road.
Greater Anglia and Stansted Express disruption
Tuesday 5 August 2025 09:11 , Arielle DombThe Greater Anglia and Stansted Express disruption between Cheshunt and Hertford East/Stansted Airport is expected until 11.00am.
Elizabeth line delays
Tuesday 5 August 2025 09:09 , Arielle DombThere are minor delays on the Elizabeth line.
Greater Anglia and Stansted Express disruption
Tuesday 5 August 2025 08:58 , Arielle DombA fault with the signalling system between Cheshunt and Broxbourne has disrupted the Greater Anglia and Stansted Express services.
Trains may be delayed by up to 20 minutes, cancelled or revised. The disruption is expected until 10.00am.
The following routes are affected:
Greater Anglia between Stratford (London) and Hertford East / Bishops Stortford, and also between London Liverpool Street and Hertford East / Stansted Airport / Cambridge / Cambridge North / Ely
Stansted Express between London Liverpool Street and Stansted Airport
Southeastern disruption
Tuesday 5 August 2025 08:51 , Arielle DombThe disruption in the Southeastern service between Ramsgate, Gravesend, Dartford, Lee and London Cannon Street is expected until 9.30am.
Southeastern disruption
Tuesday 5 August 2025 08:50 , Arielle DombThe disruption in the Southeastern service between London Charring Cross and Hayes (Kent) is expected until 10.30am.
Disruption between Reading and London Paddington expected until 12:30
Tuesday 5 August 2025 08:28 , Charlotte AmbroseA points failure at West Drayton means some lines are blocked. Trains between Reading and London Paddington may be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes.
Disruption is expected until 12:30.
Routes impacted
Elizabeth line between Abbey Wood and Maidenhead / Reading
Great Western Railway between London Paddington and Bristol Temple Meads / Cheltenham Spa / Great Malvern / Frome / Oxford / Didcot Parkway / Weston-super-Mare / Worcester Shrub Hill / Cardiff Central / Hereford / Swansea / Plymouth / Penzance
Travel advice:
Elizabeth line tickets will be accepted on the following routes at no extra cost:
- Great Western Railway between Reading and London Paddington
- Local buses between Reading and London Paddington
- South Western Railway between Reading and London Waterloo
Great Western Railway tickets can be used at no extra cost on Elizabeth line services between Reading and London Paddington.
The problem affects two of the four lines between Reading and London Paddington, so teams are having to reduce the train service through the area to avoid congestion. Local stopping services between London Paddington and Didcot Parkway / Newbury will only run between Reading and Didcot Parkway / Newbury.
Engineers are currently heading to the site to resolve the issue.
Broken down train at Elmers End caused disruptions from Hayes to London Charing Cross
Tuesday 5 August 2025 08:21 , Charlotte AmbroseDisruptions between New Beckenham and Hayes (Kent) are expected until 8.45 caused by broken down a train at Elmers End.
The train has ow been moved, but trains may be delayed by up to 20 minutes or cancelled.
Passengers ca use their ticket at no extra cost on London Buses to complete their journey.
Routes impacted
Between London Charing Cross and Hayes (Kent)
Lines reopened: between Dartford and Woolwich Arsenal / Barnehurst
Tuesday 5 August 2025 08:11 , Charlotte AmbroseLines have reopened following a disruption between Dartford and Woolwich Arsenal/ Barnehurst following a broken down train at Slade Green which blocked trains towards Dartford.
However, whilst service recovers, trains between Dartford and Woolwich Arsenal / Barnehurst may still be delayed by up to 25 minutes or cancelled.
Disruption is expected until 09:00.
Routes impacted
Between Ramsgate / Gravesend / Dartford / Lee / and London Cannon Street
Trains from Slade Green and Barnehurst towards Dartford were unable to run and diverted via Sidcup.
Trains may still be delayed or altered on routes via Sidcup, Bexleyheath and Woolwich while National Rail work to return services to normal.
District line delay update
Tuesday 5 August 2025 08:05 , Charlotte AmbroseThere are still severe delays on the District line between Upminster and Barking following a late finish of engineering work.
Tickets are valid on C2C services.
There is good service on the rest of the line.
Update: congestion on M4 eastbound moderate
Tuesday 5 August 2025 07:58 , charlotte ambroseCongestion caused by a road traffic collision on the M4 eastbound between junctions J13 and J12 is currently moderate.
The incident is expected to be cleared between 11.30 and 11.45. Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12.15 and 12.30.
There is congestion on the M4 eastbound entry slip at J13. There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
Severe delays on the Elizabeth line to London Paddington
Tuesday 5 August 2025 07:36 , Charlotte AmbroseThere are severe delays on the Elizabeth line between Reading and Hayes & Harlington while Network Rail fix a points failure at Hayes & Harlington.
Minor delays are being experienced between Hayes & Harlington and Paddington.
Passengers travelling on these routes are advised to replan their journeys.
There is good service on the rest of the line.
Rail disruption between Reading and London Paddington expected until 12.30
Tuesday 5 August 2025 07:33 , charlotte ambroseRail disruptions are expected between Reading and London Paddington until 12.30.
The 7.40 and 7.47 trains to London Paddington are cancelled due to points failure.
Elizabeth line services from Reading to Abbey Wood are also delayed.
Routes impacted
Between Reading / Twyford/ Maidenhead / London Paddington
Delays on the Piccadilly, Bakerloo, District and Hammersmith & City lines
Tuesday 5 August 2025 07:27 , Charlotte AmbroseThere are severe delays on the entire Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines.
Delays on the Bakerloo line are due to train cancellations. Tickets are valid on London Buses and Lioness Line.
Minor delays are being experienced on the District line between Earl’s Court and Ealing Broadway and Earl’s Court and Richmond.
The Hammersmith & City line is experiencing minor delays across the whole line.
There is a good service on all other lines.
Rail disruption between Cheshunt and Hertford East/ Stanstead until 10.00
Tuesday 5 August 2025 07:20 , charlotte ambroseRail disruptions are expected between Cheshunt and Hertford East/ Stanstead until 10.00.
Incident reported on the M4 eastbound between junctions J13 and J12
Tuesday 5 August 2025 07:09 , Charlotte AmbroseA road traffic collision has been reported on the M4 eastbound between junctions J13 and J12.
The incident is moderate and is expected to clear between 10.15 and 10.30 this morning after which traffic conditions are expected to return to normal.
The right lane of the road is currently closed.
Rail disruptions between Dartford and Woolwich Arsenal / Barnehurst expected until 9.00
Tuesday 5 August 2025 07:01 , Charlotte AmbroseThere is a disruption between Dartford and Woolwich Arsenal / Barnehurst expected until 9.00.
Trains from Dartford, Woolwich Arsenal and Barnehurst to London Charing Cross and London Cannon Street may be delayed up to 20 minutes.
At 7.08 trains from these stations to London Victoria were scheduled to run on time.
Lines reopened: disruption at Bradford Interchange expected until 12pm
Monday 4 August 2025 09:55 , Nuray BulbulLines have now reopened following a fire alarm sounding at Bradford Interchange. However, whilst service recovers, trains running to and from the station may be delayed by up to 30 minutes, cancelled or revised.
Disruption is expected until 12pm.
Routes impacted
- Grand Central between Bradford Interchange and London Kings Cross
- Northern between Bradford Interchange and Huddersfield, between York and Blackpool North, between Leeds and Chester / Manchester Victoria, and also between Hull and Halifax
Disruption through East Croydon expected until 1pm
Monday 4 August 2025 09:47 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system at East Croydon means trains running through the station may be delayed by up to 20 minutes or cancelled.
Disruption is expected until 1pm.
Routes impacted
- Southern between Eastbourne / Bognor Regis / Portsmouth Harbour / Reigate / Ore / Littlehampton / Hastings and London Victoria, and also between Caterham / East Croydon / Uckfield and London Bridge
- Thameslink between Brighton / East Grinstead / Three Bridges and Bedford, between Brighton and Cambridge, and also between Horsham and Peterborough
Serious delays on the A12
Monday 4 August 2025 09:38 , Nuray BulbulThere are moderate traffic delays on diversion, with, on average, 3-5 minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on Ardleigh Green Road, Gubbins Lane, and Gooshays Drive.
There are also 1-3 minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on North Street heading away from Romford.
As well as additional reported delays on the westbound A13 and M11 southbound due to traffic seeking alternative routes.
Amended late night Great Western Railway service via Swindon until Thursday
Monday 4 August 2025 09:22 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place overnight in the Swindon area, closing some lines.
The 22:46 London Paddington to Swansea will divert between Swindon and Bristol Parkway. It will call additionally at Chippenham and Bath Spa (set down only), then arrive / depart Bristol Parkway and beyond later than normal.
The 23:32 London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads will divert between Reading and Bath Spa (via Newbury – not calling). It will not call at Didcot Parkway, Swindon and Chippenham. Customers for Didcot Parkway, should travel by the 23:14 London Paddington to Oxford which will call at Didcot Parkway. A replacement bus will connect out of this train at Didcot Parkway for Swindon and Chippenham.
Customers from Didcot Parkway, Swindon and Chippenham to Bath Spa and Bristol Temple Meads travel by earlier services.
Lines reopened: disruption between Worcester Shrub Hill and Oxford expected until 11am
Monday 4 August 2025 09:10 , Nuray BulbulAll lines have now reopened following an earlier fault with the signalling system Worcester Shrub Hill and Evesham. Trains running between Worcester Shrub Hill and Oxford may continue to be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 11am.
Routes impacted
between Hereford / Great Malvern / Worcester Shrub Hill and London Paddington
Buses replace late night trains between Hackney Downs and Chingford
Monday 4 August 2025 08:59 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place between Hackney Downs and Chingford, closing all lines on Monday to Thursday evenings.
After 22:45 each night, replacement bus service L3 will run between Hackney Downs and Chingford.
The last trains to run on this route will be:
- The 22:33 London Liverpool Street to Chingford service
- The 22:55 Chingford to London Liverpool Street service
You can also use London Buses / London Underground by any reasonable route, at no extra cost.
Delays between Luton and London St Pancras International expected until 10am
Monday 4 August 2025 08:47 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system at West Hampstead Thameslink means that some lines are disrupted. Trains running between Luton and London St Pancras International may be delayed by up to 15 minutes.
Disruption is expected until 10am.
Routes impacted
East Midlands Railway between Sheffield / Lincoln / Nottingham / Corby and London St Pancras International
Thameslink between Bedford and Three Bridges / East Grinstead / Haywards Heath / Brighton, between Luton and Elephant & Castle / Rainham / Orpington, between St Albans City and Sutton, and also between West Hampstead Thameslink and Rainham / Orpington
District line resumes good service
Monday 4 August 2025 08:37 , Nuray BulbulThe District line is now providing a good service.
Serious delays on the A406
Monday 4 August 2025 08:24 , Nuray BulbulA406 North Circular Road westbound has tailbacks towards Great Cambridge Road.
Expect delays in the area.
Disruption at Bradford Interchange expected until 7pm
Monday 4 August 2025 08:17 , Nuray BulbulA fire alarm sounding at Bradford Interchange means trains running to and from the station may be delayed by up to 30 minutes or cancelled.
Disruption is expected until 7pm.
Routes impacted
Grand Central between Bradford Interchange and London Kings Cross
Northern between Bradford Interchange and Huddersfield, between York and Blackpool North, between Leeds and Chester / Manchester Victoria, and also between Hull and Halifax
Minor delays on the District line
Monday 4 August 2025 08:12 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Earl's Court and Wimbledon due to train cancellations.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Disruption between Worcester Shrub Hill and Oxford expected until 11am
Monday 4 August 2025 08:04 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system Worcester Shrub Hill and Evesham means that trains have to run at a reduced speed on all lines. Trains running between Worcester Shrub Hill and Oxford may be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 11am.
Minor delays on the Jubilee line
Monday 4 August 2025 07:53 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays on the Jubilee line due to train cancellations.
No exceptional delays on London roads
Monday 4 August 2025 07:51 , Nuray BulbulCommuters are not set for serious disruption on London’s roads.
Disruption through East Croydon expected until 12:00
Monday 4 August 2025 07:39 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system at East Croydon means trains running through the station may be delayed by up to 20 minutes or cancelled.
Disruption is expected until 12pm.
Storm Floris will affect Avanti West Coast services today: do not travel north of Preston
Monday 4 August 2025 07:17 , Nuray BulbulStorm Floris is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain across northern England and Scotland on Monday 4 August.
The Met office have issued yellow and amber weather warnings which will disrupt various routes on the Avanti West Coast network.To assist you with your journey, you can use your ticket on ScotRail services between Glasgow Central / Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh in both directions, at no extra cost.
Avanti West Coast are advising customers not to travel north of Preston today.
Tickets to travel north of Preston dated for today, August 4 will be accepted for travel on Tuesday August 5, at any time via the same route.
Reduced service between Bedford and Bletchley expected until the end of the day
Monday 4 August 2025 07:04 , Nuray BulbulAn ongoing fault on a train that runs between Bedford and Bletchley means that fewer services are able to run.
As a result, trains scheduled to run between these stations will be cancelled.
Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Storm Floris will affect Caledonian Sleeper services today
Monday 4 August 2025 06:52 , Nuray BulbulStorm Floris is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain across northern England and Scotland today. The Met office have issued yellow and amber weather warnings which will disrupt Caledonian Sleeper services.
The advice is for passengers not to travel.
Caledonian Sleeper have had to make the difficult decision to cancel services to the Highlands.
Services between London Euston and Inverness / Aberdeen / Fort William will be cancelled.
This morning's Caledonian Sleeper services will be amended as follows:
- London Euston - Inverness- This service will now arrive at Inverness at 09:45
- London Euston - Fort William - This service will now arrive at Fort William 11:00
Chancery Lane station closed
Monday 4 August 2025 06:49 , Nuray BulbulThis station is closed due to unavailability of station staff until approximately 07:30am on Tuesday, August 4.
Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.
A good service on all lines
Monday 4 August 2025 06:47 , Nuray BulbulA good service is being provided on all of the London Underground and Overground.
Amended late night East Midlands Railway services in the Leicester area
Friday 1 August 2025 09:24 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place in the Leicester area, closing some lines late on Friday night.
The 23:04 London St Pancras International to Derby service will depart Leicester earlier than scheduled at 01:01, it will continue to run up to 32 minutes earlier throughout.
The 23:35 London St Pancras International to Nottingham service will depart Leicester earlier than scheduled at 01:19, it will continue to run up to 30 minutes earlier throughout.
Disruption between Didcot Parkway and Oxford expected until 11am
Friday 1 August 2025 09:11 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system between Didcot Parkway and Oxford means that the line towards Oxford is blocked. As a result, trains running between Reading and Oxford via Didcot Parkway may be cancelled, delayed by up to 10 minutes or terminated at Didcot Parkway.
Disruption is expected until 11am.
Routes impacted
Between Didcot Parkway and Oxford
Delays on the A12
Friday 1 August 2025 08:58 , Nuray BulbulVarious restrictions in place on the A12, including some overnight closures, to facilitate the refurbishment of Gallows Corner Flyover.
Expect delays in the area.
Residual disruption between Shortlands and Bickley expected until 09:30am
Friday 1 August 2025 08:40 , Nuray BulbulFollowing a road vehicle striking a bridge in the Shortlands area all lines have reopened. As service recovers, trains may still be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 09:30am.
Routes impacted
Trains between London Victoria and Orpington / Gillingham (Kent) / Ashford International / Ramsgate / Dover Priory
Minor delays continue on the Bakerloo line
Friday 1 August 2025 08:26 , Nuray BulbulThe Bakerloo line is still facing minor delays due to train cancellations.
Delays on the A3220
Friday 1 August 2025 08:09 , Nuray BulbulThere are delays on Battersea Bridge Northbound with delays back to the junction of Hyde Lane.
There are also delays on Cheyne Walk back to the junction with Edith Grove.
As well as delays on Chelsea Embankment with delays back to the junction of Old Church Street.
Reduced service between Bedford and Bletchley until the end of the day
Friday 1 August 2025 07:55 , Nuray BulbulA fault on a train means a reduced service will run between Bedford and Bletchley until the end of the day.
Routes impacted
Trains between Bedford and Bletchley
Disruption between Windsor & Eton Riverside / Virginia Water and Feltham expected until 12
Friday 1 August 2025 07:46 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system between Egham and Staines means that some lines towards Twickenham are blocked. Trains running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed by up to 25 minutes as a result.
Disruption is expected until 12pm.
To assist you with your journey your ticket will be accepted, at no extra cost to yourself, on the following services:
- Elizabeth line services between London Paddington and Reading
- Great Western Railway services between:London Paddington and ReadingWindsor Central and Slough (for onwards connections to London Paddington or Reading)
- London Buses between Clapham Junction, Wimbledon, Richmond, Feltham and Staines
- London Underground between:Richmond and London WaterlooEast Putney and London WaterlooWimbledon and London Waterloo
Amended late night / early morning service between Clapham Junction and Stratford
Friday 1 August 2025 07:34 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place overnight in the Camden Road area, closing some lines.
The following amendments will take place:
- 00:15 Stratford to Willesden Junction will terminate at Camden Road
- 06:51 Stratford to Richmond will start from Acton Central at 07:43
- 05:52 Willesden Junction to Clapham Junction will start from Shepherd's Bush at 06:00
- 06:08 Willesden Junction to Clapham Junction will not run
- 06:11 Stratford to Clapham Junction will start from Shepherd's Bush at 07:01
You are advised to check before you travel and use London Buses / Underground to complete your journey where necessary.
Trains towards London unable to call at Rainham (Essex)
Friday 1 August 2025 07:24 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place on Platform 1 at Rainham station, closing this platform.
Trains towards London will be unable to call at Rainham. You should travel via Purfleet and Dagenham Dock for connections.
Replacement buses will run from Purfleet to Dagenham Dock, and between Grays and Upminster via Rainham.
Delays between Egham and Staines expected until 08:30am
Friday 1 August 2025 07:12 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system between Egham and Staines means that some lines towards Twickenham are blocked.
Trains running through these stations may be delayed by up to 25 minutes as a result.
Disruption is expected until 08:30am.
Willesden Junction part closed
Friday 1 August 2025 07:04 , Nuray BulbulThe station is part closed southbound.
Bakerloo line trains are non stopping at this station due to faulty platform equipment.
London Overground trains are not affected.
Minor delays on the Bakerloo line
Friday 1 August 2025 06:48 , Nuray BulbulThere are minor delays due to train cancellations.
Central line resumes good service
Thursday 31 July 2025 09:47 , Nuray BulbulThe Central line is now providing a good service.
Northern line resumes good service
Thursday 31 July 2025 09:47 , Nuray BulbulThe Northern line is now providing a good service following severe delays.
Jubilee line resumes good service
Thursday 31 July 2025 09:44 , Nuray BulbulThe Jubilee line is now providing a good service.
No late night / early morning train service towards London at Harringay or Hornsey
Thursday 31 July 2025 09:34 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place overnight between Finsbury Park and Alexandra Palace, closing some lines.
No late night and early morning trains towards London will call at Hornsey or Harringay until Saturday.
You should travel via Finsbury Park for rail connection to Harringay and Hornsey.
Bakerloo line resumes good service
Thursday 31 July 2025 09:31 , Nuray BulbulThe Bakerloo line is now providing a good service following delays on Thursday morning.
District line resumes good service
Thursday 31 July 2025 09:06 , Nuray BulbulThe District line resumes good service following delays on Thursday morning.
Minor delays on the Metropolitan line
Thursday 31 July 2025 09:03 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Uxbridge while TfL fix a signal failure at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Serious delays on the A4
Thursday 31 July 2025 08:54 , Nuray BulbulDelays on the approach with slow moving traffic from the junction of Cromwell Road.
Serious delays on the A12
Thursday 31 July 2025 08:46 , Nuray BulbulThere are minor queues westbound on A127, Southend Arterial Road.
Ardleigh Green Road is slow moving northbound and Lower Bedfords Road is slow moving in both directions.
In addition Gubbins Lane has slow moving traffic northbound and Squirrels Heath Road has westbound queues.
Amended late night London Victoria to Hastings service
Thursday 31 July 2025 08:35 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place between Haywards Heath and Lewes / Seaford, closing lines overnight.
The 22:46 London Victoria to Worthing / Hastings service will split into two parts at Worthing. The service to Hastings will not run, and the service to Worthing will be diverted via Brighton with an extended journey time.
For Hastings, you should travel on alternative train services.
Delays between Otford and Swanley expected until 10am
Thursday 31 July 2025 08:24 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system between Otford and Swanley means trains have to run at a reduced speed on all lines. As a result, trains may be delayed by up to 10 minutes.
Disruption is expected until 10am.
Routes impacted
Thameslink between Sevenoaks and London Blackfriars / Finsbury Park / Welwyn Garden City
Southwark station resumes service
Thursday 31 July 2025 08:15 , Nuray BulbulSouthwark station is now open and providing a good service.
Disruption between Horsham and Dorking expected until 10am
Thursday 31 July 2025 08:01 , Nuray BulbulA speed restriction over defective track in the Ockley area means that the line from Horsham towards Dorking is blocked. As a result, trains running through Horsham and Dorking may be cancelled or revised.
Disruption is expected until 10am.
Routes impacted
Between Horsham and London Victoria
Minor delays on the DLR
Thursday 31 July 2025 07:48 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Woolwich Arsenal and Canning Town while TfL fix a signal failure at Woolwich Arsenal.
There is a good service on all other routes.
Disruption to South Western Railway services between Epsom and Dorking expected until 9am
Thursday 31 July 2025 07:38 , Nuray BulbulLines have reopened following a fault on a train at Epsom.
As a normal service resumes, trains running through Epsom may still be delayed by up to 10 minutes or revised as a result.
Disruption is expected until 9am.
South Wimbledon station closed
Thursday 31 July 2025 07:32 , Nuray BulbulThis station is closed due to unavailability of station staff.
Southwark station closed
Thursday 31 July 2025 07:21 , Nuray BulbulThis station is closed due to unavailability of station staff.
Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.
Minor delays on the Jubilee line
Thursday 31 July 2025 07:10 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between North Greenwich and Stratford while we fix a points failure at Stratford.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Minor delays on the Bakerloo line
Thursday 31 July 2025 06:58 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays on the Bakerloo line due to train cancellations.
Minor delays on the District line
Thursday 31 July 2025 06:58 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Turnham Green to Ealing Broadway due to a shortage of trains. There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Central line part suspended
Thursday 31 July 2025 06:56 , Nuray BulbulThe Central line is part suspended between Epping and Leytonstone westbound only while TFL fix a signal failure at Loughton.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
London Buses, London Overground and Elizabeth line are accepting tickets via any reasonable route.
Serious delays on the A4
Wednesday 30 July 2025 09:22 , Nuray BulbulTraffic is slow on the approach to Earls Court Road with congestion back to the junction of Cromwell Road.
Amended late night Thameslink service to / from Sutton (London)
Wednesday 30 July 2025 09:12 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place overnight in the Herne Hill area, closing some lines.
Late night Thameslink Sutton route services will terminate / start at Herne Hill / London Blackfriars.
Your tickets will be accepted on Southern trains and paper tickets will be accepted at no extra cost on London Buses between London Blackfriars / Herne Hill and Sutton.
Delays on the Windrush line
Wednesday 30 July 2025 08:58 , Nuray BulbulNo service between Highbury & Islington and Dalston Junction and minor delays between New Cross Gate and West Croydon / Crystal Palace due to an earlier points failure at Norwood Junction.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Serious delays on Beaufort Street
Wednesday 30 July 2025 08:39 , Nuray BulbulThere are reported delays on the Northbound approach over Battersea Bridge with congestion back to Hyde Lane, there are delays on the approach on Cheyne Walk with delays back to Edith Grove.
There are also delays on Chelsea Embankment back to the junction with Embankment Gardens.
Severe delays on parts of Piccadilly line
Wednesday 30 July 2025 08:25 , Nuray BulbulSevere delays between Cockfosters and Acton Town westbound only due to an earlier signal failure at Caledonian Road.
Tickets are valid on London Buses, and Great Northern services.
There are minor delays on the rest of the line.
Buses replace trains to and from Crewkerne until further notice
Wednesday 30 July 2025 08:18 , Nuray BulbulNetwork Rail are carrying out repair works to the embankments at Crewkerne. This means trains between Exeter St Davids and London Waterloo will run non-stop between Axminster and Yeovil Junction, and not call at Crewkerne station.
Rail replacement buses will run between Axminster and Yeovil Junction, calling at Crewkerne, in both directions.
At present, it is not yet known when trains will call at Crewkerne again.
Routes impacted
Between Exeter St Davids and Yeovil Junction / Gillingham (Dorset) / Salisbury / Basingstoke / London Waterloo, and between Honiton and London Waterloo
Minor delays on the Piccadilly line
Wednesday 30 July 2025 08:06 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Arnos Grove and Acton Town westbound while staff fix a signal failure at Caledonian Road.
Chancery Lane station resumes service
Wednesday 30 July 2025 08:02 , Nuray BulbulChancery Lane station is now open and providing a good service.
Jubilee line part suspended
Wednesday 30 July 2025 07:48 , Nuray BulbulNo service between Stanmore and Wembley Park due a fire alert.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Reduced service between Bedford and Bletchley until the end of the day on Thursday
Wednesday 30 July 2025 07:39 , Nuray BulbulA fault on a train means a reduced service will run between Bedford and Bletchley until the end of the day on Thursday, July 31.
To assist you with your journey your ticket will be accepted, at no extra cost, on the following alternatives:
- Alternative London Northwestern Railway services between Bletchley and London Euston
- East Midlands Railway services between Leicester, Bedford and London St Pancras International
- Thameslink services between Bedford, Luton and London St Pancras International
District line facing minor delays
Wednesday 30 July 2025 07:32 , Nuray BulbulThe District line is facing minor delays between Earl's Court and Wimbledon while TfL fix a points failure at Barking.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Northern line resumes good service
Wednesday 30 July 2025 07:31 , Nuray BulbulThe Northern line is now providing a good service.
Minor delays on the Bakerloo line
Wednesday 30 July 2025 07:20 , Nuray BulbulThe Bakerloo line is facing minor delays due to train cancellations.
Jubilee line resumes good service
Wednesday 30 July 2025 07:05 , Nuray BulbulThere is a currently a good service on the Jubilee line.
Chancery Lane station closed
Wednesday 30 July 2025 06:55 , Nuray BulbulThis station is closed due to unavailability of station staff.
Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.
Minor delays on the Jubilee line
Wednesday 30 July 2025 06:46 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Green Park and Wembley Park northbound only due to an earlier signal failure at Baker Street.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Severe delays on the Northern line
Wednesday 30 July 2025 06:45 , Nuray BulbulSevere delays between Battersea Power Station and Camden Town via Charing Cross due to an earlier points failure at Kennington.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
London Buses, Thameslink, Southeastern and South Western Railway are accepting tickets via any reasonable route.
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