No, you are not alone in being concerned, Brian - these lights have been out of sync for a few years now and it is a dangerous situation.

Anyone new to the crossing invariably steps out into the traffic after waiting their turn, only to scuttle back confused.

Locals, battle hardened with years of experience of dealing with the likes of

• the Honor Oak Rd Tesco "double jeopardy" crossing of death,
• the Top Gear approved Perry Vale track,
• the Davewhiting "Gordian knot" of crossings at Kangley Bridge,
  

etc
know to ignore the signals but just look for gaps and drivers that look like they may be slow off the blocks.

This is less than ideal.