Question 1

Is Trafford at risk of flooding?

Accepted Answer

Trafford has 6 designated flood areas monitored by the Environment Agency, giving it a Low risk rating. It ranks #79 out of 152 English counties for flood risk.

Question 2

How many flood warning areas are in Trafford?

Accepted Answer

There are 6 flood warning and alert areas in Trafford, monitored by 0 Environment Agency stations across 3 rivers.

Question 3

Which rivers flood in Trafford?

Accepted Answer

The main rivers in Trafford include Old Eea Brook, River Mersey, Timperley Brook. These rivers have monitoring stations tracking water levels in real time.

Question 4

Do I need flood insurance in Trafford?

Accepted Answer

If your property is in or near one of Trafford's 6 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 Trafford's flood areas on this page.

Question 6

What was the worst flood in Trafford?

Accepted Answer

Trafford 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
Green Lane to Woodlands Rd and Canal Rd. Including areas around King George Fifth Pool, Woodlands Parkway, Deansgate Ln, Brentwood Ave, Newton Rd this includes Brentwood School. Also includes some properties from Manchester Rd to Chester Ave.	Timperley Brook	Warning
Properties near Ashton Park on Carlton Rd, Glebelands Rd, Romford Rd, Dumer Lane, Davenham Rd and Crossley Rd. Also, Ashton on Mersey Golf club, sports grounds adjacent to Mersey, land near Old Ees Brook and property on Bradley Lane.	River Mersey	Warning
Properties in Flixton around the Lansdowne Rd area, and areas around Rothiemay Rd and Brooklyn Ave, plus the B5213. In Urmston, Shawe Hall Crescent and Snowden Ave. Also, Abbey cross Farm, Shawe Hey Farm and Flixton Golf Course clubhouse	River Mersey	Warning
Sale Water Park, including Trafford Watersports centre and associated buildings, Deckers, Jacksons Boat public house and parts of Rifle Road.	River Mersey	Warning
Area consists of Flixton golf course and farmland adjacent to the River Mersey at Flixton. Also includes the B5158 Flixton Rd, public footpaths and Willow Farm	River Mersey	Warning
Properties and land around Cob Kiln Lane and Meadowgate Farm	Old Eea Brook	Warning

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