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Bromley Flooding

England • Live river level monitoring on River Ravensbourne
4 monitoring stations
1 river
8 warning areas
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Flood risk in Bromley today: Normal

No official flood warning is active nearby and the closest river stations are within normal ranges.

Updated 2026-08-19 02:45:43 UTC · Official GOV.UK warnings · Flood preparation & help guide

About Bromley
Bromley
Town of Greater London

Bromley is a large town in Greater London, England, within the London Borough of Bromley. It is 9+1⁄2 miles southeast of Charing Cross, and had an estimated population of 329,991 as of 2023.

Source: Wikipedia
Flood Contacts
Floodline 24hr
0345 988 1188
Emergency
999
River Ravensbourne 4 stations
Bishops Avenue ▬ Steady
19 Aug 02:15 • High: 2.00m
0.55m
Bromley ▬ Steady
19 Aug 02:15 • High: 0.35m
0.03m
Bromley South ▬ Steady
19 Aug 02:15 • High: 1.85m
0.06m
Hayes Lane ▬ Steady
19 Aug 02:15 • High: 1.80m
0.08m
Useful Links
Flood Monitoring in Bromley

Bromley is monitored by 4 Environment Agency river level stations on the River Ravensbourne, in England. Water levels are updated every 15 minutes, providing real-time flood monitoring for the area.

Monitoring Stations

The River Ravensbourne is monitored by 4 stations (Bishops Avenue, Bromley, Bromley South, Hayes Lane). Each station records water levels continuously, with data synced to FloodRadar every 5 minutes.

Flood Warning Areas

There are 8 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 10km of Bromley. When the EA issues a flood warning for any of these areas, it will appear on this page. These include: Ravensbourne at Bromley Including Ravensbourne East Branch at Southborough, London Borough of Bromley; Kyd Brook at Sundridge Park, Including Chiselhurst, London Borough of Bromley; Ravensbourne area in the London Boroughs of Lewisham, Bromley, Greenwich and Croydon. Including the River Quaggy, Kyd Brook, Chaffinch Brook and Pool River; Properties on Meadow Lane, Amblecote Road and Chinbrook Road at risk of flooding from the River Quaggy at Chinbrook Meadows.

Sewage Discharge Monitoring

There is 1 storm overflow within 5km of Bromley. None are currently discharging. Enable "Sewage" on the map above to see their locations.

What To Do During A Flood

If flooding is forecast in Bromley, call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 for the latest information. Move valuables upstairs, turn off gas and electricity if safe to do so, and avoid walking or driving through flood water. Sign up for flood warnings on any station page above to receive email alerts when water levels rise. For emergency numbers, a preparation checklist and insurance guidance, see our flood help & preparation guide.

Recorded floods near Bromley

Floods whose mapped extent (EA Recorded Flood Outlines) reached within ~5 km of the town centre — most recent first. See them on the map →

  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 07337E200_SEPT1968_Cray_Dartford (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)
  • 1968-09-14 — 06SeptemberAutumn1968 (river)

Frequently asked questions

Is there flooding in Bromley today?

Current verdict: Normal. No official flood warning is active nearby and the closest river stations are within normal ranges.

Which rivers affect Bromley?

Bromley has river level monitoring on River Ravensbourne — 4 monitoring stations in total.

How do I check official flood warnings for Bromley?

Use the GOV.UK Check for Flooding service (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk) or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 (24 hours). You can also set up free FloodRadar email or browser alerts from any station page above.

What should I do during a flood warning?

Follow official advice: move valuables and vehicles to safety, never walk or drive through flood water, turn off gas and electricity if safe, and check on vulnerable neighbours. See our flood preparation guide at floodradar.co.uk/flood-help.

Has Bromley flooded before?

Yes — the Environment Agency's Recorded Flood Outlines dataset shows 10 recorded flood extents around the town centre since 1946, most recently in 1968. Absence of a record does not mean a place has never flooded. See the flood history link below.

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