A major road closure near Bicester, which has caused significant disruption for residents and businesses, could be partially lifted within the next six weeks after pressure from local representatives and the community.

A section of Camp Road in Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire, has been closed since 1 July to allow infrastructure works associated with a new housing development, including connections to the local sewage network.

The closure was originally expected to remain in place for up to six months, prompting concerns over traffic disruption, access issues and the impact on local communities.

Local MP Calum Miller raised concerns with the developers involved, calling for urgent action to reduce disruption and improve coordination around the works.

Oxfordshire County Council has now confirmed that the eastern section of Camp Road is expected to reopen to general traffic within around six weeks. However, restrictions will remain in place for larger vehicles, including HGVs and buses.

The works are being carried out by David Wilson Homes as part of the infrastructure required to connect its housing development to existing sewage facilities operated by Thames Water.

The developer said the connection route had been determined by the approved drainage strategy for the project and that alternative arrangements with a neighbouring development were not possible within the required timescales.

The prolonged closure has caused disruption and generated frustration among local residents and councillors, with concerns raised about congestion and the wider impact on surrounding routes.

Deddington councillor Gareth Epps described the disruption as significant, saying the closure had created major challenges for the local community and that attempts had been made to encourage greater collaboration between the developers involved.

David Wilson Homes apologised for the disruption caused and said it had continued to look for opportunities to reduce the impact of the works where possible, while maintaining safety requirements.

The developer added that progress would continue to be monitored throughout the project to identify any opportunities to bring improvements forward.

Dorchester Living, another developer operating nearby, said the disruption was not connected to its own works but acknowledged the impact the closure had created for the wider community.

Oxfordshire County Council said it does not have the authority to enforce agreements between private developers regarding land or infrastructure arrangements. However, the authority confirmed that traffic management arrangements are being regularly reviewed and that officers will carry out daily checks to monitor progress.

The disruption highlights the challenges involved in coordinating infrastructure delivery alongside major housing developments, particularly where multiple organisations, utilities and highway requirements must be managed simultaneously.