The crossing on Wellesley Road is one of 10 projects taking place in Croydon after the council secured £40m in funding from the Government and other external sources.
The projects are part of the executive mayor’s Town Centre Vision and Growth Plan to encourage regeneration, attract investment and provide developments in the borough.
The Wellesley Road crossing was opened on December 3 by executive mayor Jason Perry after it was finished on schedule.
The council also hopes that the crossing, at the junction of Lansdowne Road, will benefit Croydon businesses by improving access to East Croydon for those visiting the shops.
The surface-level toucan crossing spans a six-lane highway, tram and bus route, and central reservation, making it a complex engineering feat.
Its creation was part of a joint effort by the council and its partners, including FM Conway, Fitzpatrick Advisory, and Transport for London (TfL).
During construction, measures were put in place to ensure minimal disruption, keeping trams, buses and vehicles running smoothly.
Jason Perry, Executive Mayor of Croydon, said: “The Wellesley Road crossing was a complex engineering project, and our partners have worked with us to deliver it on schedule, in time for Christmas shopping in our town centre.
“We are delivering 10 projects as part of my vision to improve the look and feel of the town centre.
“I am committed to driving these forward – to create a more welcoming, accessible and vibrant town centre, of which we can all be proud.”
The standard crossing replaces an underpass that was closed last year after sustaining fire damage from antisocial behaviour.
As part of the project, the underpass has been filled in with concrete.
The council is also set to begin work this month in Dingwall Road to improve footpaths, cycle paths and public areas as part of its connectivity projects.
Street furniture will be upgraded in the area and new plants are due to be put in.
Meanwhile, in George Street, new fencing has been installed between the tram and highway, unused street furniture removed and improvements to paving and drainage will be made early next year.
Elsewhere, College Green is also set to be redeveloped into a new green space with a play area, a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) for sports, picnic area and cafe terraces.
A planning application is expected to be submitted soon for the project.
Like Minster Green, this is a Growth Zone-funded Programme delivered by Croydon with the support of the Greater London Authority (GLA) and Transport for London (TfL).
