The most treacherous roads to drive on in Ipswich have been chosen by our readers. 

All drivers hate potholes, and during this time of year the worst ones can be hidden under puddles and leaves. 

We asked readers of the Ipswich Star to name the worst roads for potholes in the town. 

Here are the five most common answers we received.

1. Norwich Road 

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Connecting central Ipswich to the A14, Norwich Road was one of the most common answers when we asked the worst routes for potholes in Ipswich. 

According to the Suffolk Highways, website there has been one reported pothole close to the Lister Road turn off. 

2. Hawthron Drive 

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Four potholes have been reported in Hawthorn Drive on the Suffolk Highways interactive map. 

One resident said that lots of potholes have appeared along the road since the start of January. 

3. Bramford Road 

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Bramford Road was recently closed for emergency repairs, and is set to shut again for works at the end of the month.

There has been 11 reports made to Suffolk Highways about potholes in Bramford Road, making it one of the worst in Ipswich. 

4. Belstead Road 

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Belstead Road was also mentioned on more than one occassion.

According to the Suffolk Highways website, there has been five potholes reported. 

5. Handford Road

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A total of seven potholes have been reported to Suffolk Highways in Handford Road. 

According to Suffolk County Council's website, in order for a pothole to be repaired it needs to be at least 20cm in length and width and 40mm deep. 

Suffolk Highways said it will continue to monitor road defects during routine inspections in case they worsen and take the appropriate action when required. 

A list of all the potholes reported in Suffolk can be found on an interactive map on Suffolk Highways' website.