A fault with the barriers at a level crossing at Mitcham Eastfields means that all lines are closed. As a result trains through Mitcham Eastfields will be delayed by up to 20 minutes or cancelled.
Disruption is expected until 20:00.
Customer Advice
No trains can move between Balham and Sutton, and also between Streatham and Sutton.
Nearby trains are being held a stations and won't move forward until the level crossing is fixed.
Southern trains travelling away from London will be diverted to go via West Croydon after Balham. Southern trains towards London in the area are taking a different route after Sutton, also going via West Croydon.
Leave plenty of extra time for your journey, we're working on alternative travel options to keep you moving. More on this to follow shortly.
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Compensation:
You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.
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