Is LU7 tap water safe to drink?

Based on the latest tests, LU7 (Central Bedfordshire) water scores 8.9/10, which is safe. 1 of 15 tested contaminants exceeded recommended levels. Water is supplied by Thames Water.

What contaminants are in LU7 water?

We tested 15 contaminants in LU7 water. 1 were flagged, including Iron.

Who supplies water in LU7?

LU7 (Central Bedfordshire) is supplied by Thames Water. You can view their full profile and compliance data on our supplier page.

Should I use a water filter in LU7?

With 1 contaminant above recommended levels in LU7, 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 LU7 water?

No PFAS (forever chemicals) have been detected in LU7 based on available monitoring data. PFAS are tested at environmental monitoring sites near your postcode.

Central Bedfordshire, England

Your water in LU7

Central Bedfordshire

Your water is safe

We checked 15 things and found 1 worth knowing about

Good

Your water is safe

We checked 15 things and found 1 worth knowing about

Good

Thames Water

Your water company

Tap water in LU7 (Central Bedfordshire, Central Bedfordshire) is supplied by Thames Water and scored 8.9 out of 10 for safety based on 15 tested parameters. 1 contaminant exceeded recommended safe levels: Iron. Data is from samples last taken 2013-01-29, sourced from the Environment Agency Water Quality Archive.

Environmental monitoringHow we score

Last sampled 2013-01-29 · Tap water tests not yet available for Thames Water

This data is over 13 years old. The Environment Agency hasn't sampled near LU7 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	0.303 mg/L	0.2 mg/L	0.3 mg/L	Over limit

IronOver limit

Found

0.303 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 LU7. These filters are matched to what was found in your water.

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The Waterdrop WHF21 Whole House is certified to remove Iron, which was flagged in LU7. Protects every tap in your home.

Removes from your water

Iron

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Substance	Found	Safe Level	WHO Safe Level	Status
Iron	0.303 mg/L	0.2 mg/L	0.3 mg/L	Over limit

IronOver limit

Found

0.303 mg/L

Safe level

0.2 mg/L

WHO

0.3 mg/L

100% of safe level

Source: Environment Agency

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