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Councillors say Sandy Road changes are already easing congestion

The scheme, funded by the Welsh Government and delivered by Carmarthenshire County Council, added a right‑turn filter lane into Maesycoed, improved pedestrian crossings and altered the traffic light timings in a bid to tackle one of the town’s worst bottlenecks.

Hengoed ward councillor Martyn Palfreman said he had already received calls from residents and regular drivers praising the changes, claiming queues are shorter now westbound traffic is no longer held up by vehicles turning right.

“We are delighted at the early signs that our objectives to ease the appalling traffic congestion in the area have been realised,” he said. “Whilst we are encouraged by this early feedback, we are clear that this scheme is just part of wider enhancements that are needed.”

Cllr Palfreman said further work could include redesigning the mini‑roundabout at Denham Avenue, with the aim of securing funding to carry out improvements next year. He added that promoting walking and cycling to nearby schools and colleges could help reduce traffic volumes in the longer term.

Fellow Hengoed councillor Edward Skinner thanked residents, businesses and road users for their patience during the works, and welcomed the creation of extra residents’ parking west of Maesycoed to replace spaces lost on Sandy Road.

The councillors plan to hold a public meeting in the coming weeks to gather feedback and discuss possible further improvements. Traffic experts from the county council and contractors AtkinsRealis will continue to monitor the junction’s performance over the coming months.

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New traffic lights switched on at Sandy Road as improvement works finish — but calls for bigger changes remain

The signalised junction reopened on Friday 29 August following months of work funded through the Welsh Government’s Local Transport Fund.

The new lights use an “intelligent” system that responds to real‑time traffic conditions, aiming to cut congestion and improve safety on the A484.

Settling‑in period

Carmarthenshire County Council says it will take a few weeks for the system to “learn” local traffic patterns and for drivers to get used to the new layout.

During this time, motorists may notice traffic not flowing as smoothly as expected. The council says this is normal and performance should improve steadily, with the system running at full efficiency by the end of September.

Traffic will also be monitored closely, with further adjustments made if needed.

‘Thank you for your patience’

Cllr Edward Thomas, Cabinet Member for Transport, Waste and Infrastructure Services, said:

“We know how important this route is, and the new signal system has been designed to help ease congestion and improve traffic flow over the long term.

As with any new infrastructure, there will be a short adjustment period as the system learns and adapts to traffic patterns, and as drivers get used to the new layout.

My thanks go to the local community for their patience, and to our delivery teams and partners for working hard to deliver this complex scheme within a tight timeframe.”

Residents still want bigger fixes

While the council says the new signals will improve traffic flow, some residents have long argued that traffic lights are part of the problem rather than the solution. Over the years, community voices have called for more ambitious changes — from scrapping the lights altogether to rethinking how traffic moves through the area.

One recurring suggestion has been to create an alternative access road into the Stradey Park housing estate, taking pressure off Sandy Road at peak times. Others believe only a bypass would truly solve the congestion, noise and air quality issues that have dogged the route for years. Campaigners have also floated ideas such as switching the lights for a mini‑roundabout – but the council have warned that there is insufficient space for this.

Despite the completion of the latest works, many locals say they will keep pressing for a long‑term fix that goes beyond the current junction upgrade.

Car park reopens

The final works in the residents’ car park to the rear of Sandy Road have also been completed and the facility has now reopened.

The council has thanked residents, businesses and all road users for their cooperation during the construction period.

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Work to unjam Llanelli’s Sandy Road traffic blackspot to start in July
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Changes proposed to combat Sandy Road traffic in Llanelli
Consultation launched on options to improve traffic flow.

Work to start on improvements to Llanelli’s congested Sandy Road junction
Council confirms start date for major works.

Popular Sandy Bridge footway in Llanelli to be widened
Pedestrian improvements linked to the Sandy Road scheme.

Council launches consultation on improvements to a Llanelli traffic hotspot
Public invited to have their say on Sandy Road proposals.

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