What is the water quality in Reading?

The most commonly flagged contaminants across Reading are Nitrite (flagged in 16 areas), Coliform Bacteria (flagged in 1 area). No PFAS were detected.

Is Reading water hard or soft?

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

Which areas of Reading have the best water?

The areas with the best water quality in Reading are RG41 (9.4/10), RG18 (8.8/10), RG2 (8.8/10).

Are there PFAS in Reading water?

No PFAS (forever chemicals) have been detected in any of the 17 areas tested in Reading.

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Is Reading tap water safe to drink?

Q: Is Reading tap water safe to drink?

Yes, Reading tap water is generally safe to drink. Across 17 areas tested, the average water quality score is 8.7/10. Thames Water supplies Reading from the River Thames and groundwater sources in the Thames Valley.

Q: Who supplies water in Reading?

Water in Reading is supplied by Thames Water. Thames Water supplies Reading from the River Thames and groundwater sources in the Thames Valley.

Thames Water supplies Reading from the River Thames and groundwater sources in the Thames Valley.

According to TapWater.uk's analysis, Reading scores 8.7/10 for drinking water quality in 2026. Water is supplied by Thames Water and has been tested for 22 contaminants across 17 postcode districts.

Average score

8.7/10

UK avg: 9.1/10

Areas tested

Issues flagged

PFAS detected

None

Yes, Reading tap water is safe to drink. Based on 17 areas tested, Reading has an average water quality score of 8.7/10 (below the UK average of 9.1/10). 17 contaminants were flagged above recommended levels across all areas. Water is supplied by Thames Water. Thames Water supplies Reading from the River Thames and groundwater sources in the Thames Valley.