12 of the worst potholes in Hastings and Bexhill: ones for drivers to watch out for, according to FixMyStreet
By Megan Baker
Published 19th Jan 2023, 15:16 BST
Updated 19th Jan 2023, 15:46 BST
Large potholes have been forming on busy roads across Hastings and Bexhill over the past few weeks – and with the recent flooding and cold snap, it looks like the roads can only get worse.
Roads deteriorate over time from constant use and the hot summer this year, followed by a freezing cold snap in December, has likely made the problem worse.
In this story, we highlight 12 of the worst roads for potholes at the moment, according to data on FixMyStreet.com, and use some images from Google Street View to give you a visual reference.
An anonymous resident said: "Huge pot hole has opened up on Barley Lane, in line with tyres as road is very narrow. Reports of car bumpers being scrapped due to the depth and size of the pot hole with further risk of damage to vehicles. Needs at least a temporary filling." Photo: Google
6. The Ridge between St. Helens Down and Ivyhouse Lane - Hastings
An anonymous resident said: "There is a water-filled pothole and a large area of extremely broken road surface on north side of The Ridge between St. Helens Down and Ivyhouse Lane." Photo: Google Streetview
7. Sutton Place - Bexhill
A resident anonymously said: "Sutton Place - numerous potholes and surface breaking up. Dangerous for cyclists and motor cyclists. Potentially damaging to cars. Photo: Google Streetview
8. Turkey Road, Bexhill
Multiple users reported two potholes on Turkey Road, with one saying: "2 potholes, both on the left hand side of the road (heading away from the pub) very deep, have traffic cones in them both so fairly obvious." Photo: Google