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🕐 Last verified 19 Apr, 09:47

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StatusLive
Severity (NH)Moderate
RoadA405
DirectionNorthbound
RegionNorthbound
Category (NH)Congestion
ReportedSun 19 Apr, 09:47
Road typeSingle Carriageway
Speed limit60 mph
Weather☀️ Clear sky
ReferenceREF-25733837

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A405 northbound between A412 and M1 J6 | Northbound | Congestion

Location : The A405 northbound between the junctions with the A412 and the M1 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 10:45 and 11:00 on 19 April 2026.

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This incident had not closed the road at 16:46 UK time on Tue 3 Nov 2026, according to National Highways.

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Incident on the A405 northbound at J6 in Northbound, reported at 09:47 UK time on Sun 19 Apr. Still live.

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