Is GL14 tap water safe to drink?

Based on the latest tests, GL14 (Forest of Dean) water scores 8.8/10, which is safe. 1 of 13 tested contaminants exceeded recommended levels. Water is supplied by Unknown.

What contaminants are in GL14 water?

We tested 13 contaminants in GL14 water. 1 were flagged, including Iron.

Who supplies water in GL14?

GL14 (Forest of Dean) is supplied by Unknown. You can view their full profile and compliance data on our supplier page.

Should I use a water filter in GL14?

With 1 contaminant above recommended levels in GL14, a water filter could help. A filter jug or under-sink filter can reduce most common contaminants. See our filter recommendations for your area.

Are there PFAS forever chemicals in GL14 water?

No PFAS (forever chemicals) have been detected in GL14 based on available monitoring data. PFAS are tested at environmental monitoring sites near your postcode.

Forest of Dean, England

Your water in GL14

Forest of Dean

Your water is safe

We checked 13 things and found 1 worth knowing about

Good

Your water is safe

We checked 13 things and found 1 worth knowing about

Good

Unknown

Your water company

Tap water in GL14 (Forest of Dean, Forest of Dean) is supplied by Unknown and scored 8.8 out of 10 for safety based on 13 tested parameters. 1 contaminant exceeded recommended safe levels: Iron. Data is from samples last taken 2000-02-01, sourced from the Environment Agency Water Quality Archive.

Environmental monitoringHow we score

Last sampled 2000-02-01 · Tap water tests not yet available for Unknown

This data is over 26 years old. The Environment Agency hasn't sampled near GL14 recently. Scores reflect the most recent available data.

What we found

Here’s what government tests found in water near you.

Substance	Found	Safe Level	WHO Safe Level	Status
Iron	0.392 mg/L	0.2 mg/L	0.3 mg/L	Over limit

IronOver limit

Found

0.392 mg/L

Safe level

0.2 mg/L

WHO

0.3 mg/L

100% of safe level

Source: Environment Agency

What removes these from your water

1 contaminant flagged in GL14. These filters are matched to what was found in your water.

Our pick for GL14

Waterdrop WHF21 Whole House

Whole House · NSF/ANSI 42

The Waterdrop WHF21 Whole House is certified to remove Iron, which was flagged in GL14. Protects every tap in your home.

Removes from your water

Iron

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£600

4.5/5

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Substance	Found	Safe Level	WHO Safe Level	Status
Iron	0.392 mg/L	0.2 mg/L	0.3 mg/L	Over limit

IronOver limit

Found

0.392 mg/L

Safe level

0.2 mg/L

WHO

0.3 mg/L

100% of safe level

Source: Environment Agency

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Substance

Found

Safe Level

WHO Safe Level

Status

Iron

0.392 mg/L

0.2 mg/L

0.3 mg/L

Over limit

What removes these from your water

1 contaminant flagged in GL14. These filters are matched to what was found in your water.

Our pick for GL14

Waterdrop WHF21 Whole House

Whole House · NSF/ANSI 42

The Waterdrop WHF21 Whole House is certified to remove Iron, which was flagged in GL14. Protects every tap in your home.

Removes from your water

Iron

Check price & reviews

£600

4.5/5

Recommendations matched to your area's water data, not sponsorship. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate disclosure · Full filter guide

Environmental water nearby

Rivers, groundwater and reservoirs near GL14. This is environmental monitoring — not your tap water.

Substance	Found	Safe Level	WHO Safe Level	Status
Iron	0.392 mg/L	0.2 mg/L	0.3 mg/L	Over limit

IronOver limit

Found

0.392 mg/L

Safe level

0.2 mg/L

WHO

0.3 mg/L

100% of safe level

Source: Environment Agency