BUSES have been diverted after reports of a "serious crash" on a major road near a school in Chalkwell. 

First Essex say buses after being diverted following a crash on London Road, near Chalkwell Hall Junior School. 

Services 20, 21, 21A, 21S, 27, 28, and 827 are all impacted by the crash. 

AA Traffic News is also reporting heavy traffic in the area on the London Road and surrounding areas of Chalkwell Park. 

At this stage, it is unclear how serious the crash is, but emergency services have been contacted for comment by the Echo. 

More to follow.