What is the water quality in Derby?

No contaminants were flagged above recommended levels across Derby. All tested areas passed on the parameters measured.

Is Derby water hard or soft?

Hardness data is not yet available for Derby. Enter your postcode for detailed water quality data.

Which areas of Derby have the best water?

The areas with the best water quality in Derby are DE21 (9.4/10), DE6 (9.4/10), DE4 (9.3/10).

Are there PFAS in Derby water?

No PFAS (forever chemicals) have been detected in any of the 10 areas tested in Derby.

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Is Derby tap water safe to drink?

Q: Is Derby tap water safe to drink?

Yes, Derby tap water is generally safe to drink. Across 10 areas tested, the average water quality score is 9.2/10. Severn Trent supplies Derby from the Derwent Valley reservoirs, which also supply much of the East Midlands.

Q: Who supplies water in Derby?

Water in Derby is supplied by Severn Trent. Severn Trent supplies Derby from the Derwent Valley reservoirs, which also supply much of the East Midlands.

Severn Trent supplies Derby from the Derwent Valley reservoirs, which also supply much of the East Midlands.

Average score

9.2/10

UK avg: 9.1/10

Areas tested

Issues flagged

PFAS detected

None

Yes, Derby tap water is safe to drink. Based on 10 areas tested, Derby has an average water quality score of 9.2/10 (level with the UK average of 9.1/10). No contaminants were found above recommended levels. Water is supplied by Severn Trent. Severn Trent supplies Derby from the Derwent Valley reservoirs, which also supply much of the East Midlands.