Question 1

Can I cross at Willaston?

Accepted Answer

Willaston is an active level crossing. Cross only when it is safe to do so, obey all signage, and follow the Network Rail crossing code at all times.

Question 2

What is the Network Rail reference for Willaston?

Accepted Answer

Willaston carries the Network Rail reference 8258.

Question 3

What tier is Willaston?

Accepted Answer

Willaston is classified as tier 1.

Question 4

Where exactly is Willaston on the railway?

Accepted Answer

Willaston is located at SYC milepost 2–41.

Question 5

What is the status of Willaston?

Accepted Answer

Willaston has a status of uninspected (Network Rail status: Open).

Question 6

When was Willaston last assessed?

Accepted Answer

Willaston was last assessed in October 2023, with the next assessment due in January 2026.

Question 7

How active is the railway at Willaston?

Accepted Answer

Willaston has an activity level rating of Unclassified (based on risk traversal and collective risk assessments).

Question 8

How heavily used is the crossing at Willaston?

Accepted Answer

Willaston does not have a recorded usage level.

Question 9

How many people have requested an inspection for Willaston?

Accepted Answer

Members of the public can request that Oliver inspect Willaston using the button on this page.

Question 10

Where is Willaston?

Accepted Answer

Willaston is listed in The Crossing Inspector's public directory in North West and Central. View it on the interactive map at map.crossinginspector.co.uk.

Willaston Level Crossing