Bedford
Yes. Tap water in Bedford is low risk. Safe to drink from the tap.
Is it safe?
37%
Nxuba LM- Bedford
Low risk
Safe to drink from the tap
0507090100
Run by Amatole District Municipality.
Blue Drop risk rating 36.9%. Lower is better.
Bacterial tests passed: 97.5%.
Chemical tests passed: 93.4%.
Source
DWS Blue Drop Progress Report 2025.
Period covered: July 2023 to June 2024.
The Blue Drop risk rating combines a system’s size and load, how many bacterial and chemical tests passed, staff skills, and whether it has a water safety plan. Lower is better. Map positions are approximate.
Common questions
Can I drink the tap water in Bedford, Eastern Cape?
Yes. Tap water in Bedford is low risk. Safe to drink from the tap.
Where do these ratings come from?
DWS Blue Drop Progress Report 2025. Period covered: July 2023 to June 2024.