Local flood history
What is the local flood history?
Redbridge's flood risk
Redbridge has experienced significant flooding in the past. These events came from a variety of sources and caused road closures, property damage, and major disruption. We encourage everyone to check their flood risk, so you know what your flood risk is and how to prepare.
2021: 25th July widespread flooding across Redbridge. 54 reports of internal flooding and 55 reports of external flooding. 70 reports of roads flooded across 130 streets.
2022: 17th November, Westwood Recreation Ground was flooded and 16 properties experienced internal flooding and more having external flooding. Westwood Recreation Ground also flooded in 2000 and 2016 with similar impacts.
With climate change increasing flood frequency and severity, understanding and managing these risks is vital for protecting the community.
What is going on to reduce local flood risk?
Redbridge Council plays a key role in managing local flood risk and works with a number of partners, such as the Environment Agency and Thames Water, to contribute to the overall collaboration and efficient information sharing required for effective flood risk management.
Redbridge have been active in the borough to mitigate flood risk and reduce its impacts across the borough. So far, the projects have saved 2.2 million litres of water, equivalent of around 2,400 household baths of water.
You can find out more about the recent projects here.
Redbridge would also love to hear from you about how to improve streets and public spaces while managing flood risk. They are asking for ideas of good locations to put more Sustainable Drainage Systems and you can influence these decisions here: Share Your Ideas for Sustainable Drainage (SuDS) in Redbridge (link opens a new window)
How flood risk is changing
Climate change is causing more extreme and unpredictable weather patterns, increasing the risk of flooding. Local responses are, therefore, increasingly more important.
We are here to help local residents and businesses take more control of flood risk and reduce its impact. Meaning you get back to normal as quickly as possible.
