Crawley Traffic Cameras: 500+ Live Cams

Crawley serves as a critical pressure point in the United Kingdom’s transportation infrastructure. Managed by National Highways and West Sussex County Council, the town’s road network supports an immense volume of international air passenger transit, regional logistics, and local movement. Being home to London Gatwick Airport and managing the heavy interaction between the M23 and A23 corridors, staying informed about road conditions in Crawley is essential for safe and efficient travel through the region.

TrafficVision provides 24/7 free access to official camera feeds across Crawley’s national motorways and regional arterial roads. Whether you are checking for smart motorway delays on the M23 or monitoring heavy vehicle volume on the A23 Crawley Avenue, our platform delivers the real-time visual data needed for a seamless journey through the heart of West Sussex.

Gatwick Transit Intelligence

Real-time monitoring of road conditions near Gatwick Airport, ensuring clear passage for passengers and logistics coordinating with international flights.

Smart Motorway Alerts

Visual confirmation of road conditions on the M23’s managed segments, where variable speed limits are used to handle the intense commuter and airport volume.

High-Performance Grid

Scan dozens of motorway junctions and urban intersections simultaneously with our mobile-optimized interface, perfect for bypassing metropolitan gridlock.

Strategic Infrastructure: The Sussex Crossroads

Crawley’s road network is a critical pillar of the UK transport system. The borough manages a high-utilization segment of the M23 Motorway, which serves as the primary terrestrial link between London and the South Coast. This infrastructure is complemented by the A23, a high-capacity artery that provides a vital connection through the town’s primary industrial and residential zones.

The scale of the network's utilization is immense, particularly near the Gatwick Airport interchanges. According to National Highways reports, the M23 between the M25 and Crawley is one of the most utilizing motorway segments in the country, managing the intense move of goods and travelers across the South East. To manage this intensity, authorities utilize a sophisticated network of monitoring cameras and the Smart Motorway system, many of which are integrated into the TrafficVision platform. These feeds allow drivers to identify the source of delays—whether it be a vehicle incident near Pease Pottage or ongoing maintenance work on the Junction 10 stretch—before they reach the airport perimeter.

Primary Transportation Corridors

1. M23 Motorway: The primary international artery linking London, Crawley, and Gatwick to the South Coast.
2. A23 (Crawley Avenue): The major regional road serving the high-density residential and industrial areas of the borough.
3. A264: The vital east-west link connecting Crawley to East Grinstead and Horsham.
4. Manor Royal Access: The dedicated industrial routes serving one of the largest business parks in the South East.

Prioritizing Safety in the Aviation Belt

Road safety is a continuous priority for National Highways and the Sussex Road Safety Partnership. The region has historically faced challenges with high traffic density, particularly on the M23 corridor. In early 2024, several serious incidents involving multiple vehicles near the Crawley junctions underscored the ongoing need for driver vigilance and modernized monitoring.

The challenge of safety is amplified by the high density of freight traffic and the intensity of airport shuttle services. According to municipal safety reports, maintaining visual monitoring of the M23 Junction 10 and A23 interchanges is vital for preventing the types of secondary accidents that often occur during sudden stops. TrafficVision empowers Crawley’s drivers by providing the visual tools needed for proactive safety. By allowing motorists to see a tailback at the Pease Pottage junction or heavy rain on the M23 before they reach the location, our platform helps reduce the risk of incidents and improves overall situational awareness across the district.

Navigating Peak Hours and Airport Peaks

Traffic in Crawley follows an intense rhythm dictated by the London work day and the arrival and departure cycles of Gatwick Airport.

The Commuter Pulse

As a key residential and industrial hub for the South East, Crawley experiences extreme peak-hour traffic. During the morning and evening peaks, travel times through the A23 and M23 junctions can increase by nearly 50%. Our urban grid view allows commuters to monitor the main radial routes and motorway slips simultaneously, helping them find the clearest path through the regional bottlenecks.

Gatwick Logistics Flow

The movement of goods and passengers through London Gatwick Airport is the lifeblood of the regional economy. Traffic volume on the M23 and the airport access roads can be impacted by the constant flow of shuttle buses and international travelers moving during the daily flight cycles. Our cameras in these corridors are essential tools for identifying temporary slowdowns and planning your airport transit during quieter periods.

How TrafficVision Serves Crawley

TrafficVision provides a high-resolution, unified dashboard for the entire Crawley and West Sussex road network. By aggregating over 500 feeds from National Highways and municipal sources, we offer the most complete visual traffic coverage in the Gatwick gateway region.

• Real-Time Airport Monitoring: Instant visual confirmation of traffic flow at the Gatwick North and South terminals.
• Searchable Borough Interface: Find cameras at every key junction and industrial gate from Copthorne to Broadfield.
• Weather-Ready Visibility: Visually check for fog and rain intensity on the high-speed Sussex routes.
• Public Safety Focus: We provide all feeds for free to support the region’s goal of reducing accidents and improving mobility.