Wharfe at Cromwheel, Ilkley water quality history
Explore historical Environment Agency samples and annual bathing water classifications for Wharfe at Cromwheel, Ilkley in Bradford.
The bathing water site, known as ‘Wharfe at Cromwheel, Ilkley', is located on the River Wharfe at Ilkley, close to Ilkley town centre. It can be accessed from the Riverside Walk footpath alongside the river. When the river level is low, a gently sloping shingle beach is exposed. The Cromwheel site is located upstream of the suspension bridge and all discharges from Ilkley Sewage Treatment Works.
- Available sample history
- 2021 to 2026
- Samples
- 141
- Latest official classification
- Poor (2025)
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Annual classification history
Official assessments and historical estimates are labelled separately. Missing years are not filled in.
| Year | Classification | Assessment source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Poor | Official Environment Agency assessment |
| 2024 | Poor | Official Environment Agency assessment |
| 2023 | Poor | Official Environment Agency assessment |
| 2022 | Poor | Official Environment Agency assessment |
| 2021 | Poor | Official Environment Agency assessment |
Source: Environment Agency / Swimfo. Data retrieved 16 October 2026. Historical trends do not describe conditions today; check Swimfo and local notices for current advice.
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