Is TD5 tap water safe to drink?

Based on the latest tests, TD5 (Northumberland) water scores 9.1/10, which is safe. 1 of 20 tested contaminants exceeded recommended levels. Water is supplied by Northumbrian Water.

What contaminants are in TD5 water?

We tested 20 contaminants in TD5 water. 1 were flagged, including Nitrite.

Who supplies water in TD5?

TD5 (Northumberland) is supplied by Northumbrian Water. You can view their full profile and compliance data on our supplier page.

Should I use a water filter in TD5?

With 1 contaminant above recommended levels in TD5, 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 TD5 water?

No PFAS (forever chemicals) have been detected in TD5 based on available monitoring data. PFAS are tested at environmental monitoring sites near your postcode.

Northumberland, Scotland

Your water in TD5

Northumberland

Your water is safe

We checked 20 things and found 1 worth knowing about

Excellent

Your water is safe

We checked 20 things and found 1 worth knowing about

Excellent

Northumbrian Water

Your water company

Tap water in TD5 (Northumberland, Northumberland) is supplied by Northumbrian Water and scored 9.1 out of 10 for safety based on 20 tested parameters. 1 contaminant exceeded recommended safe levels: Nitrite. Data is from 89 samples collected up to 2024-10-01, sourced from Northumbrian Water via the Stream Water Data Portal.

Drinking water testsHow we score

Last sampled 2024-10-01 · 89 samples

This data is 18 months old. Newer data may be available soon.

What’s in your tap water

Results from drinking water tests in Northumberland.

Substance	Found	Safe Level	WHO Safe Level	Status
Nitrite	0.4 mg/L	0.5 mg/L	3 mg/L	Watch

NitriteWatch

Found

0.4 mg/L

Safe level

0.5 mg/L

WHO

3 mg/L

80% of safe level

Source: Stream Water Data Portal

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