Flooding

There are a number of flooding hot-spots in the parish. The Parish Council are continually pressing for action on this and arranging for the cleaning out of gullies and drains. But one of the key messages the Parish Council has heard is “If you don’t report it, it didn’t happen”. Therefore, please report such problems to Essex County Council via their ‘Report a problem’ Portal at https://www.essexhighways.org/tell-us/report-flooding and copy in the Parish Clerk on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

In addition below is an extract from Essex County Council regarding help available when flooded:-

Would you be able to answer a few questions below in order to fully understand the issue;

  • Dates flooded.
  • Approximate time flooded.
  • Depth of water.
  • Were neighbours affected? If so how many and addresses please.
  • Have you been flooded before?
  • Damage caused.
  • Where did the water come from?
  • Have you had any involvement with any other authorities.

There is a £8,000 flood grant that Essex County Council offer to residents who have been internally flooded. There is a currently a waiting list, however, it is recommended you get your name on the list.