Sandy Lane Relief Road opens to motorists

12 August 2025

The final stretch of a much-anticipated relief road to ease congestion and improve connectivity across Northampton has opened to motorists.  

Following the completion of the southern section of the Sandy Lane Relief Road to the A4500 junction, West Northamptonshire Council’s highways partner Kier conducted essential technical works, quality and safety inspections during June and July to ensure it is ready for vehicles.

These are now complete, allowing the road to open to motorists from today (Tuesday, 12 August), and providing relief to local communities to the north and west of Northampton including Duston and Harpole.