What is the water quality in Hull?

The most commonly flagged contaminants across Hull are Nitrate (flagged in 6 areas), Nitrite (flagged in 6 areas), Ammonia (flagged in 2 areas), Fluoride (flagged in 1 area). PFAS (forever chemicals) were detected in 1 area.

Is Hull water hard or soft?

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

Which areas of Hull have the best water?

The areas with the best water quality in Hull are HU4 (9.8/10), YO42 (9.8/10), HU1 (9.7/10).

Who supplies water in Hull?

Water in Hull is supplied by Unknown (covering most areas), with 1 other supplier serving parts of the city. Yorkshire Water supplies Hull primarily from the chalk aquifer beneath the Yorkshire Wolds.

Are there PFAS in Hull water?

PFAS (forever chemicals) have been detected in 1 out of 24 areas tested in Hull. The UK currently has no legal limit for PFAS in drinking water. Check your specific postcode for details.

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Is Hull tap water safe to drink?

Q: Is Hull tap water safe to drink?

Yes, Hull tap water is generally safe to drink. Across 24 areas tested, the average water quality score is 8.9/10. Yorkshire Water supplies Hull primarily from the chalk aquifer beneath the Yorkshire Wolds.

Yorkshire Water supplies Hull primarily from the chalk aquifer beneath the Yorkshire Wolds.

Average score

8.9/10

UK avg: 9.1/10

Areas tested

Issues flagged

PFAS detected

1 area

Yes, Hull tap water is safe to drink. Based on 24 areas tested, Hull has an average water quality score of 8.9/10 (level with the UK average of 9.1/10). 16 contaminants were flagged above recommended levels across all areas. Water is supplied by Unknown. Yorkshire Water supplies Hull primarily from the chalk aquifer beneath the Yorkshire Wolds. PFAS (forever chemicals) were detected in 1 of 24 areas monitored.