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🕐 Last verified 18 Mar, 12:05

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadA453
DirectionNorthbound
RegionEast Midlands
CountyCity of Nottingham
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedWed 18 Mar, 10:04
Cleared12:05
Lasted2h
Road typeUrban A-Road
Speed limit30 mph (urban)
Weather☀️ Clear sky
ReferenceREF-24510052

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

link road from A453 northbound to A52 westbound distributor | Northbound | Accident

Location : The A453 northbound at the junction with the A52 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 12:15 and 12:30 on 18 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:00 and 12:15 on 18 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There are lane closures.

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Is the A453 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 12:05 UK time on Wed 18 Mar. See the A453 right now.

What happened on the A453 on 18 Mar 2026?

Crash on the A453 northbound in City of Nottingham, reported at 10:04 UK time on Wed 18 Mar. Cleared at 12:05.

How long did it last?

2h, from 10:04 UK time on Wed 18 Mar.

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