What contaminants are in Birmingham tap water?

The most commonly flagged contaminants across Birmingham are Nitrate (flagged in 1 area). No PFAS were detected.

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Is Birmingham tap water safe to drink?

Q: Is Birmingham tap water safe to drink?

Yes, Birmingham tap water is generally safe to drink. Across 49 areas tested, the average water quality score is 9.3/10. Served by Severn Trent, Birmingham's water travels over 70 miles from the Elan Valley in Wales.

Q: Who supplies water in Birmingham?

Water in Birmingham is supplied by Severn Trent. Served by Severn Trent, Birmingham's water travels over 70 miles from the Elan Valley in Wales.

Served by Severn Trent, Birmingham's water travels over 70 miles from the Elan Valley in Wales.

Average score

9.3/10

Areas tested

Issues flagged

PFAS detected

None

Yes, Birmingham tap water is safe to drink. Based on 49 areas tested, Birmingham has an average water quality score of 9.3/10. 1 contaminant was flagged above recommended levels across all areas. Water is supplied by Severn Trent. Served by Severn Trent, Birmingham's water travels over 70 miles from the Elan Valley in Wales.

Top concerns in Birmingham

Contaminants flagged most often across the city.

Nitrate1 area

Water quality by area

All postcode districts in Birmingham, ranked by water quality score.

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Main water supplier

Severn Trent

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