Question 1

Is Leeds, Wakefield at risk of flooding?

Accepted Answer

Leeds, Wakefield has 4 designated flood areas monitored by the Environment Agency, giving it a Low risk rating. It ranks #89 out of 152 English counties for flood risk.

Question 2

How many flood warning areas are in Leeds, Wakefield?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 flood warning and alert areas in Leeds, Wakefield, monitored by 0 Environment Agency stations across 3 rivers.

Question 3

Which rivers flood in Leeds, Wakefield?

Accepted Answer

The main rivers in Leeds, Wakefield include Ings Beck, Alverthorpe Beck, Balne Beck, Oakenshaw Beck, River Aire, River Calder. These rivers have monitoring stations tracking water levels in real time.

Question 4

Do I need flood insurance in Leeds, Wakefield?

Accepted Answer

If your property is in or near one of Leeds, Wakefield'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 Leeds, Wakefield's flood areas on this page.

Question 6

What was the worst flood in Leeds, Wakefield?

Accepted Answer

Leeds, Wakefield 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
Castleford including the Aire and Calder Navigation, Navigation Road, Lock Lane, William Street, Hunt Street, Mill Lane, Aire Street, Water View and Weir View	River Aire	Warning
Alverthorpe Beck, Balne Beck, Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck in Wakefield	Ings Beck, Alverthorpe Beck, Balne Beck, Oakenshaw Beck	Alert
Methley and Mickletown including the B6135, Green Lane, Watergate, Embleton Road, Church Side, Little Church Lane, Church Lane, Mulberry Gardens, Balmoral Drive, Summerhill Road, Oaksfield and Pinfold Lane	River Calder	Warning
Whitwood Mere including Methley Road, and Riverside Way and Methley including Green Lane	River Calder	Warning

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