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
Timperley Brook flood area near Trafford	Timperley Brook	Warning
River Mersey flood area near Trafford	River Mersey	Warning
River Mersey flood area near Trafford	River Mersey	Warning
River Mersey flood area near Trafford	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...	River Mersey	Warning
Properties and land around Cob Kiln Lane and Meadowgate Farm	Old Eea Brook	Warning

Flood Risk in Trafford

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