South Staffordshire Water serves Wolverhampton, drawing primarily from the River Severn and local groundwater.
According to TapWater.uk's analysis, Wolverhampton scores 8.9/10 for drinking water quality in 2026. Water is supplied by Severn Trent and has been tested for 21 contaminants across 14 postcode districts.
Average score
8.9/10
UK avg: 9.0/10
Areas tested
14
Issues flagged
2
PFAS detected
None
Yes, Wolverhampton tap water is safe to drink. Based on 14 areas tested, Wolverhampton has an average water quality score of 8.9/10 (below the UK average of 9.0/10). 2 contaminants were flagged above recommended levels across all areas. Water is supplied by Severn Trent. South Staffordshire Water serves Wolverhampton, drawing primarily from the River Severn and local groundwater.
Contaminants flagged most often across the city.
All postcode districts in Wolverhampton, ranked by water quality score.
Learn more about the water quality issues relevant to this area.
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Yes, Wolverhampton tap water is generally safe to drink. Across 14 areas tested, the average water quality score is 8.9/10. South Staffordshire Water serves Wolverhampton, drawing primarily from the River Severn and local groundwater.
Yes, you can drink tap water in Wolverhampton. It is regulated to UK drinking water standards, and across 14 tested areas the average water quality score is 8.9/10. Enter your postcode for the readings in your exact area.
The most commonly flagged contaminants across Wolverhampton are Nitrate (flagged in 2 areas). No PFAS were detected.
Water in Wolverhampton has an average hardness of 294 mg/L CaCO₃, which is classified as very hard. Hard water causes limescale buildup in kettles and appliances. A water softener or filter may help.
The areas with the best water quality in Wolverhampton are WV9 (9.2/10), WV1 (9.1/10), WV2 (9.1/10).
Water in Wolverhampton is supplied by Severn Trent. South Staffordshire Water serves Wolverhampton, drawing primarily from the River Severn and local groundwater.
No PFAS (forever chemicals) have been detected in any of the 14 areas tested in Wolverhampton.
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