Thousands of people could be affected after a main commuter road out of Yate will be closed for a period.

Major resurfacing work will be carried out at the Iron Acton Junction on Yate road, which connects North Yate to Winterbourne, at the beginning of October.

It is also used as a road into Bristol for people in Yate, Chipping Sodbury, Wickwar and surrounding areas.

From Tuesday October 2, the road will be closed whilst the existing surface on the road is replaced.

In a statement informing people of the changes, South Gloucestershire Council said: "For the duration of the works, the road will be closed and all traffic will be diverted around the area whilst the closures are in place.

"Access to properties and amenities fronting the site and whose only access is from the closed road, will be available at all times and every effort will be made to keep the disruption to local residents to a minimum."

In the report detailing the plans, the council reveal that there will be significant noise when crews are working.

"The works will involve the planing off of the existing surface of the carriageway and the laying of a new surface," it continues.

"Work will start at 8.00pm and remain in place until approximately 6.00am, these works will create a significant amount of noise.

"Please note that adverse weather conditions or plant / delivery problems may affect these times and dates."

The council did however state that there will be clear diversions in place for commuters.

"Although alternative routes will be signposted whilst the works are in progress, it is possible that delays may occur on the surrounding network.

"Please watch the local press for any further news, but you are advised to avoid the area if possible for the duration of the works.

"South Gloucestershire Council apologises for any inconvenience caused by these essential works."