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Pedestrian path not fit for purpose – narrowing, trip and slip hazard on Station Road

Reported via desktop in the Restricted Visibility / Overgrown / Overhanging category anonymously at 17:40, Thursday 9 April 2026

Sent to North Northamptonshire Council less than a minute later. ref: 9266661.

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I’d like to report an issue with the pedestrian path along Station Road, particularly between Hetcham Way and Stanwick Road.

Over time, mud and grass have encroached onto the path, making it significantly narrower in places. Some sections are now too tight to pass through with a standard pushchair without going into the mud.

In these areas, pedestrians are forced to walk single file, which isn’t ideal, especially for parents with children, and makes it difficult to pass safely.

The current condition also creates a clear accessibility issue. If it’s difficult with a pushchair, it would be even more challenging for wheelchair users or mobility aids, with wheels being forced into mud and debris.

The surface itself is also very uneven and, in places, no longer fit for purpose given how busy this route is. The uneven surface presents a clear trip hazard, alongside the slip risk caused by the mud.

As this is a well-used route for school runs and access into town, there is a real risk of injury if this is not addressed.

While a full upgrade to this section would be ideal, as a first step, clearing the encroaching mud and reinstating the full width of the path would help improve the situation as a temporary measure.

Please could this be inspected and addressed as a priority?

Updates

  • If you believe that your concerns are an emergency (such as flooding, dangerous potholes/carriageway defects, highway obstructions, fallen trees), please call 0300 126 3000, Monday to Friday (9.00 to 17.00). Outside these hours, please call 01604 651074.

    Posted by North Northamptonshire Council at 17:40, Thursday 9 April 2026

  • Thank you for reporting a fault. Officers will now investigate the concerns and this may take up to 5 working days. If you believe that your concerns are urgent then please phone us.

    State changed to: Investigating

    Posted by North Northamptonshire Council at 17:40, Thursday 9 April 2026

  • Investigation: Completed (Defect Found), Defect Repair: Not Started - Thank you for your enquiry. We will schedule vegetation clearance to be completed within 26 weeks. Please be assured that you will receive an update once this has been completed.

    Posted by North Northamptonshire Council at 15:17, Monday 13 April 2026

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