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Enter your postcode for an instant water quality report. Hardness, nitrates, lead, fluoride and more — from every UK water company.

Free instant results · 1,327 zones · All UK water companies
1,327 water zones
21 water companies
2025 official data
30+ parameters tracked
England, Wales & Scotland

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Built on official water company data

MyTapWater aggregates public water quality reports from all 21 UK water companies — over 1,327 supply zones — into one easy-to-understand report.

All data comes directly from official annual compliance reports submitted to the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) and Scottish Water.

1,327
zones covered
21
water companies
30+
parameters tracked
2025
data year
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Articles & guides

Understand what's in your water and what to do about it.

Hard water
Why hard water destroys your kettle — and what to do about it
If you live in the south or east of England, chances are your water is hard. Here's what that means for your home.
5 min read
Health
Is UK tap water safe to drink? What the data actually shows
Short answer: yes. But the full picture is more interesting — and worth understanding.
7 min read
Filters
Which water filter is right for your area?
Not all filters are equal — and what you need depends entirely on what's in your water.
6 min read
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About MyTapWater

Why we built this, where the data comes from, and what we believe about transparency in public water supply.

What is MyTapWater?

MyTapWater is a free public tool that makes UK water quality data accessible to everyone. Water companies publish detailed annual compliance reports — but they're dense, technical, and scattered across 21 different websites. We've aggregated all of it into a single, simple postcode lookup.

Enter your postcode and in seconds you'll know the hardness, nitrate levels, fluoride, lead, chlorine, and dozens of other parameters for your specific water zone — presented in plain English.

Where does the data come from?

All data is sourced directly from official annual compliance reports published by UK water companies and submitted to the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI). The data covers the 2025 reporting year.

For enforcement and improvement programme data, we use the DWI's public register of active improvement programmes — 398 active notices across England and Wales as of March 2026.

Scottish Water data comes from their own public water quality reporting system, regulated by the Drinking Water Quality Regulator for Scotland (DWQR).

Water companies covered

Affinity Water
Anglian Water
Bristol Water
Cambridge Water
Essex & Suffolk Water
Hafren Dyfrdwy
Northumbrian Water
Portsmouth Water
Scottish Water
Severn Trent Water
South East Water
South Staffs Water
South West Water
Southern Water
Thames Water
United Utilities
Welsh Water
Wessex Water
Yorkshire Water
Bournemouth Water
SES Water

How is the score calculated?

The water quality score (out of 100) is calculated from four weighted categories:

  • Safety (40%) — how each parameter compares to its Prescribed Concentration Value (PCV), the legal limit set by the DWI
  • Purity (25%) — levels of chlorine, turbidity, colour, and aluminium
  • Minerals (20%) — hardness in the optimal range (100–200 mg/L CaCO3)
  • Compliance (15%) — whether the zone has any active enforcement notices

Important: All UK tap water legally meets safety standards. The score reflects overall quality and mineral balance relative to ideal ranges — not whether the water is safe to drink. UK tap water is safe to drink.

Affiliate disclosure

MyTapWater participates in the Amazon Associates programme and other affiliate programmes. When you click a product link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the site. Product recommendations are based solely on water quality data — we only recommend products relevant to your specific water profile.

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Articles & guides

Learn what's in your water, what it means for your home and health, and what you can do about it.

Hard water
Why hard water destroys your kettle — and what to do about it
If you live in the south or east of England, chances are your water is very hard. Here's what that actually means for your home, your appliances, and your skin.
5 min readMarch 2026
Health
Is UK tap water safe to drink? What the data actually shows
Short answer: yes. But the full picture is more nuanced — and understanding it helps you make informed decisions about filtration.
7 min readMarch 2026
Filters
Which water filter is right for your area?
Not all filters are equal. A Brita jug won't remove nitrates. A reverse osmosis system is overkill for most areas. Here's how to match a filter to your water.
6 min readMarch 2026
Contaminants
PFAS in UK tap water — what you need to know
'Forever chemicals' have been found in water supplies across England and Wales. We explain what PFAS are, where they come from, and whether you should be concerned.
8 min readMarch 2026
Data
UK water hardness by region — the complete guide
London and the south east have some of the hardest water in Europe. Scotland and Wales have some of the softest. Why, and what does it mean?
6 min readMarch 2026
Health
Nitrates in drinking water — should you worry?
Agricultural areas often have higher nitrate levels. We look at what the science says, what the legal limits are, and when nitrates actually become a concern.
6 min readMarch 2026
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Last updated: March 2026

1. Who we are

MyTapWater (mytapwater.co.uk) is a UK-based website providing free water quality information. References to "we", "us" or "our" refer to the operators of mytapwater.co.uk.

2. What data we collect

We collect minimal data. Specifically:

  • Postcodes entered into the search tool — these are processed locally in your browser and are not stored on our servers
  • Contact form submissions — name, email, and message content, used solely to respond to your enquiry
  • Anonymous analytics — we use privacy-respecting analytics to understand which pages are popular. No personal data is collected

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Last updated: March 2026

1. Use of this site

MyTapWater provides water quality information for informational purposes only. By using this site you agree to these terms.

2. Accuracy of data

All water quality data is sourced from official annual compliance reports published by UK water companies and the Drinking Water Inspectorate. While we take care to ensure accuracy, we cannot guarantee the completeness or timeliness of the data. Always refer to your water company's official communications for the most current information.

3. No health advice

Nothing on this site constitutes medical or health advice. All UK tap water meets legal safety standards. The water quality scores and ratings on this site reflect quality relative to ideal ranges — not safety. If you have specific health concerns related to water quality, please consult a qualified health professional.

4. Affiliate links

Some links on this site are affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our data or recommendations.

5. Payments

Full reports are sold through Lemon Squeezy, who acts as the Merchant of Record for all transactions. Lemon Squeezy handles payment processing and VAT collection. Their terms of service apply to all purchases. Contact almondlyapp@gmail.com for any order queries.

5. Intellectual property

The compilation, presentation, and scoring methodology of water quality data on this site is the intellectual property of mytapwater.co.uk. Underlying data remains the property of the respective water companies and the DWI.

6. Limitation of liability

We are not liable for any decisions made based on information provided on this site. Use of this site is entirely at your own risk.

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