Flood Warning Info - Middle Avon properties on The Close adjacent to the river
Area Description
St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Flood Warning Currently in Force
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2026 16:30
Hampshire River Avon
This is an update to the current Flood Warning. River levels remain high and are continuing to rise due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. More rainfall is expected over the next few days, which may cause further river level rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Continue using any flood protection products you may have and acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 14 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Area Covered by this Flood Warning
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Flood Warning History
Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area:
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2026 15:37
Hampshire River Avon
This is an update to the current Flood Warning. River levels remain high and are continuing to rise due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. More rainfall is expected today and over the next few days, which may cause further river level rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Continue using any flood protection products you may have and acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 12 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2026 16:20
Hampshire River Avon
This is an update to the current Flood Warning. River levels remain high and are continuing to rise due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. More rain showers are expected today and over the next few days, which may cause further river level rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Continue using any flood protection products you may have and acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 11 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2026 15:38
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. River levels have risen in response to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. More bands of rain are expected throughout the day this evening and over the next few days, and rivers may react and rise further. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 10 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Feb 2026 14:02
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 08 February 2026 .
River levels have risen in response to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. More bands of rain are expected throughout the day today and over the next few days, and rivers may react and rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Activate any flood protection products you may have and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 09 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Feb 2026 14:50
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
River levels remain very high following recent rainfall and the high groundwater. The weather remains unsettled and further rain is forecast for tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 4:30PM on 04 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2026 16:27
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 02 February 2026 .
River levels remain very high following recent rainfall and the high groundwater. The weather remains unsettled and further rain is forecast for tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 4:30PM on 03 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2026 16:34
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels are steady but remain high due to to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. Further rain is expected today and over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 2 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2026 17:12
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels are steady but remain high due to to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. The weather remains unsettled, with further showers forecast overnight tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have. Please take care and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 1 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2026 12:50
Hampshire River Avon
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 29 January 2026 . Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. Further flooding is expected as river levels remain high in response to recent rainfall and due to high groundwater levels. Further rain is forecast throughout today. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 31 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2026 13:48
Hampshire River Avon
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 29 January 2026 . Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way. Further flooding is expected this evening as river levels remain high in response to recent rainfall and due to high groundwater levels. Further rain is forecast tonight. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 30 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2026 14:18
Hampshire River Avon
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 28 January 2026 .
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way.
Further flooding is expected this evening as river levels remain high in response to recent rainfall and due to high groundwater levels.
Weather conditions are expected to remain unsettled over the coming days, and we are monitoring the situation.
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We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one .
This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 29 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2025 15:43
Hampshire River Avon
Recent rainfall has resulted in river levels rising. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way.
River levels in Salisbury continue to rise slowly and will remain high overnight and into tomorrow (Wednesday). Groundwater levels are rising and contributing to river levels. Further showers are expected overnight and into the morning. More organised rainfall is expected to move north towards Salisbury on the second half of Wednesday.
Please consider activating any property flood protection products and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation
This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 29/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2025 10:13
Hampshire River Avon
Recent rainfall has resulted in river levels rising. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around The Close, St Marys Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral School, Bishops Walk, Exeter Street and Carmelite Way.
Further rainfall is forecast today and tomorrow, which is expected to lead to additional river response. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Please consider activating any property flood protection products and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 28/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Mar 2024 14:11
River Avon
River levels are high on the Middle Hampshire Avon. Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road and the Close in Salisbury. Further heavy rainfall is expected this afternoon and we will continue to monitor levels closely and re-issue this warning if necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 5pm on the 06/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2024 16:42
River Avon
River levels are rising on the Middle Hampshire Avon. Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury. We will continue to monitor levels closely and re-issue this warning if necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 5pm on the 04/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Jan 2024 09:44
River Avon
River levels are high but steady on the Middle and Lower Hampshire Avon, River Nadder, Upper Hampshire Avon due to raised groundwater levels. Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury. No further rainfall is forecast. River levels are high but steady at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 04:00 PM on 15/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Jan 2024 13:53
River Avon
River levels are high but steady on the Middle and Lower Hampshire Avon, River Nadder, Upper Hampshire Avon due to raised groundwater levels.
Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels are high but steady at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 15/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Jan 2024 12:11
River Avon
River levels have peaked on the Upper Hampshire Avon and are now slowly declining. Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury. River levels are declining at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge, but groundwater is having an influence. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 12/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 10 Jan 2024 11:07
River Avon
River levels have peaked on the Upper Hampshire Avon and are now declining. Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury. River levels are declining at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge, but groundwater is having an influence. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 12/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 9 Jan 2024 14:46
River Avon
River levels have peaked on the Upper Hampshire Avon and are now declining.
Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury.
River levels are declining at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge, but groundwater is having an influence.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 10/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2024 12:21
River Avon
River levels have peaked on the Upper Hampshire Avon.
Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury.
River levels are declining at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge, but groundwater is having an influence.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 09/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:18
River Avon
River levels have peaked on the Middle, Lower Hampshire Avon and Upper Hampshire Avon.
Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury.
River levels are steady at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 15:00 AM on 08/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 09:37
River Avon
River levels have peaked on the Middle, Lower Hampshire Avon and Upper Hampshire Avon. However, we are due further, potentially heavy rainfall this afternoon.
Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury.
River levels are steady at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 15:00 AM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 19:25
River Avon
River levels are rising steadily on the Middle, Lower Hampshire Avon and Upper Hampshire Avon due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include St Nicholas Road, the Close in Salisbury.
River levels are rising steadily at the Wilton, Amesbury, Salisbury Harnham Bridge gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Jan 2023 03:15
River Avon
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
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Flood Warning issued on 15 Jan 2023 01:45
River Avon
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.