What contaminants are in Manchester tap water?

The most commonly flagged contaminants across Manchester are Ammonia (flagged in 4 areas), Iron (flagged in 3 areas), Manganese (flagged in 2 areas). No PFAS were detected.

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Is Manchester tap water safe to drink?

Q: Is Manchester tap water safe to drink?

Yes, Manchester tap water is generally safe to drink. Across 8 areas tested, the average water quality score is 8.1/10. Supplied by United Utilities, Manchester's water comes primarily from reservoirs in the Lake District and Peak District.

Q: Who supplies water in Manchester?

Water in Manchester is supplied by United Utilities. Supplied by United Utilities, Manchester's water comes primarily from reservoirs in the Lake District and Peak District.

Supplied by United Utilities, Manchester's water comes primarily from reservoirs in the Lake District and Peak District.

Average score

8.1/10

Areas tested

Issues flagged

PFAS detected

None

Yes, Manchester tap water is safe to drink. Based on 8 areas tested, Manchester has an average water quality score of 8.1/10. 9 contaminants were flagged above recommended levels across all areas. Water is supplied by United Utilities. Supplied by United Utilities, Manchester's water comes primarily from reservoirs in the Lake District and Peak District.

Top concerns in Manchester

Contaminants flagged most often across the city.

Ammonia4 areas

Iron3 areas

Manganese2 areas

Water quality by area

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

PostcodeAreaScoreFlaggedSupplier

M8Salford7.42United Utilities M4Manchester7.72United Utilities M20Manchester8.02United Utilities M14Manchester8.12United Utilities M5Salford8.11United Utilities M3Salford8.30United Utilities M2Manchester8.60United Utilities M1Manchester8.90United Utilities

Main water supplier

United Utilities

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