Question 1

Is Bury at risk of flooding?

Accepted Answer

Bury has 8 designated flood areas monitored by the Environment Agency, giving it a Low risk rating. It ranks #72 out of 152 English counties for flood risk.

Question 2

How many flood warning areas are in Bury?

Accepted Answer

There are 8 flood warning and alert areas in Bury, monitored by 0 Environment Agency stations across 2 rivers.

Question 3

Which rivers flood in Bury?

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The main rivers in Bury include River Irwell, River Roch. These rivers have monitoring stations tracking water levels in real time.

Question 4

Do I need flood insurance in Bury?

Accepted Answer

If your property is in or near one of Bury's 8 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 Bury's flood areas on this page.

Question 6

What was the worst flood in Bury?

Accepted Answer

Bury 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
Properties in Redvales from Milford Drive to Whitefield Road, including on and around Warth Road and Radcliffe Road. Also properties on and around Dumers Lane, York Street and Gate Lane. Properties in Radcliffe on Bridgewater View	River Irwell	Warning
Properties on Hammer Terrace, Ruby Street, Holly Street, Beech Street, Thorn Street and Waterside Road. Also at risk are properties on Kay Street, Railway Street, Melrose Street, Hall Street, The Island and Riverside Drive	River Irwell	Warning
Properties at risk are in the vicinity of Bury Ground including Lower Woodhill Road, Webb Street, The Bridge Trading Estate and Wellington Street	River Irwell	Warning
the DHL Distribution Centre, the United Utilities Sewage Works, Pioneer Mills, and Church Street West	River Irwell	Warning
Areas at risk extend from Fletcher Fold towards White Brow, including properties on Meadway and Hendon Drive. Also at risk is the Goshen Sports Centre, and properties on Croft Lane, Croft Industrial Estate and Hollins Vale Works	River Roch	Warning
Areas at risk include land and properties alongside the river at Summerseat, including some properties on Waterside Road, Riverside Drive and The Island	River Irwell	Warning
Properties between Lomax Street and Milltown Street. Also properties ranging from Crompton Place to Bealey Industrial Estate, including Bealey Community Hospital, the surrounding areas and Close Park	River Irwell	Warning
Properties between Hardy's Gate Bridge and Borough Avenue. This includes properties on and around Dumers Lane and York Street, including side roads such as Bealey Avenue and Morris Street. Also O2 north of Hardy's Gate Bridge	River Irwell	Warning

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