FOI request (FOIR-733171054)

Pothole Repair and Damage Claims

Requested Tue 22 July 2025
Responded Thu 24 July 2025

I am writing to request the following information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 in relation to potholes and associated vehicle damage within your local authority area. Please provide figures for the most recent full calendar year (or financial year, if easier):

1. The number of potholes reported (monthly breakdown if possible).

2. The average number of calendar days between a pothole being reported and repaired.

3. The percentage of reported potholes repaired within:

a. 7 days

b. 14 days

c. 28 days

4. The number of vehicle damage claims submitted as a result of potholes.

5. The number of pothole-related claims accepted and the total amount of compensation paid.

6. If recorded, the types of vehicles (make/model or vehicle category) involved in these damage claims.

This request supports a wider campaign examining how potholes affect drivers, including repair costs and insurance implications.

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Response

Information not held.

All aspects of roads and footpaths, including potholes, are the responsibility of East Sussex County Council Highways Team. Please visit their website for further information:

https://www.eastsussexhighways.com