Question 1

Is Calderdale, Kirklees at risk of flooding?

Accepted Answer

Calderdale, Kirklees has 4 designated flood areas monitored by the Environment Agency, giving it a Low risk rating. It ranks #91 out of 152 English counties for flood risk.

Question 2

How many flood warning areas are in Calderdale, Kirklees?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 flood warning and alert areas in Calderdale, Kirklees, monitored by 0 Environment Agency stations across 2 rivers.

Question 3

Which rivers flood in Calderdale, Kirklees?

Accepted Answer

The main rivers in Calderdale, Kirklees include River Calder, River Colne, Fenay Beck. These rivers have monitoring stations tracking water levels in real time.

Question 4

Do I need flood insurance in Calderdale, Kirklees?

Accepted Answer

If your property is in or near one of Calderdale, Kirklees's 4 flood areas, flood insurance is strongly recommended. The government's Flood Re scheme helps make flood insurance affordable for at-risk properties.

Question 5

How can I check flood risk for my postcode?

Accepted Answer

Use the Environment Agency's flood risk checker or our postcode lookup tool to check the flood risk for your specific address. You can also browse Calderdale, Kirklees's flood areas on this page.

Question 6

What was the worst flood in Calderdale, Kirklees?

Accepted Answer

Calderdale, Kirklees has experienced significant flooding events over the years. Check the Environment Agency's historical flood data and our UK Flood History guide for details on major events.

Name	River / Sea	Type
Land around the River Colne and Fenay Beck and its tributaries including Crowhill, Slaithwaite and Wessenden	River Colne, Fenay Beck	Alert
Nun Bank Hotel and pub and Robin Hood's Cottage on Wakefield Road	River Calder	Warning
Cooper Bridge Road Sewage Treatment Works, Huddersfield Road Industrial Units and Battyeford sports ground	River Calder	Warning
Central Brighouse including Atlas Mill Road, Briggate, Mill Lane, Commercial Street, Armytage Road, Birds Royd Lane, Foundry Street, River Street, Cliffe Road, Bethel Street and Ganny Lock	River Calder	Warning

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