Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Tap Water Quality in NE1
Newcastle upon Tyne— 2026 Report
Based on 8 regulated parameters
8
Parameters Tested
1
Flagged
Northumbrian Water
Water Supplier
Apr 2026
Last Updated
According to Environment Agency monitoring data, tap water in NE1 (Newcastle upon Tyne) is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Based on the latest data (last sampled 2000-02-02), 8 parameters were tested with 1 exceeding recommended levels. The overall water quality score for NE1 is 7/10.
Water quality in NE1 is good. Most parameters are within limits, though some are worth monitoring.
What's in your water
All readings from the latest monitoring data for your supply zone.
| Contaminant | Your Level | UK Limit | WHO Guideline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. coli Source: EA Water Quality Archive | 520 count/100ml | 0 count/100ml | 0 count/100ml | Exceeds |
| pH Source: EA Water Quality Archive | 8.45 pH | — | — | OK |
| Temperature Source: EA Water Quality Archive | 5.6 °C | — | — | OK |
| Ammonia Source: EA Water Quality Archive | 0.25 mg/L | 0.5 mg/L | — | OK |
| Dissolved Oxygen Source: EA Water Quality Archive | 85 mg/L | — | — | OK |
| Lead Source: EA Water Quality Archive | 0.000837 mg/L | 0.01 mg/L | 0.01 mg/L | OK |
| Nitrate Source: EA Water Quality Archive | 2.99 mg/L | 50 mg/L | 50 mg/L | OK |
| Nitrite Source: EA Water Quality Archive | 0.028 mg/L | 0.5 mg/L | 3 mg/L | OK |
Water quality trend
NE1quality score, 2020–2026
Water quality has improved over the past 6 years.
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