Flood Risk
Update
Up to date flood risk information became available on 25 March 2025. Please see Environment Agency website for more details.
The Council commissioned JBA consulting to prepare a Level 1 Strategic Flood Risk Assessment to support the Local Plan. The documents can be viewed below.
This document assesses the risk to the borough from flooding from all sources (for example, surface water drains). It is not just flooding from rivers and the sea. It includes the risks now and in the future, and takes into account the impacts of climate change.
It considers the impact (including cumulative impact) that land use changes and development will have on flood risk. It also includes the opportunities to reduce flood risk to existing communities and developments.
This work will inform the Local Plan. This is so that flood risk is fully taken into account when considering site allocation options. It will also be used in the preparation of planning policies.
- Development Site Assessment [excel spreadsheet]
- Darlington Level 1 strategic flood risk assessment [pdf document]
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Updated in March 2025