Emergency road closures hit Knowle and Hampton in Arden following major water leaks
By Emily Griffin 27th Oct 2026
Three roads across the Solihull area have been closed due to water leaks, with repairs being carried out on behalf of Severn Trent Water.
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) confirmed emergency closures on Newton Road in Knowle, Bellemere Road in Hampton in Arden and Rowlands Crescent.
Newton Road is closed between its junctions with Longdon Road and Blackdown Road following a visible burst on a water main.
The closure began on Tuesday, October 27, and is expected to remain in place until 4pm on Thursday, October 29.
Bellemere Road in Hampton in Arden has also been closed for an urgent repair to a visible leak.
The closure began at 7.01pm on Monday, October 26, and is due to remain in place until 4pm on Wednesday, October 28.
Meanwhile, 72 Rowlands Crescent has been closed due to a non-visible leak which is losing severe amounts of water.
The closure began on Monday, October 26, and is also expected to end at 4pm on Wednesday, October 28.
Access for emergency services will be maintained at all three locations throughout the closures.
The council apologised for any inconvenience caused to residents and road users.
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