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Seaton Carew North Gare

Hartlepool, North East
Excellent Water Quality
Data last verified: 27 Sep 2026

Seaton Carew North Gare in Hartlepool boasts a picturesque coastline with sandy shores, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. The beach has consistently received an Excellent water quality rating from the Environment Agency, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors. During the summer months, the water temperature is expected to range from 15°C to 18°C, perfect for a refreshing dip.

16.7°C
Air Temp
26.3 mph
Wind Speed
Low Tide
in 4h 27m
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Live Water Quality

95
Excellent
Safe for swimming
• Updated 10 mins ago
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Air Temp

16.7°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
16.7°C

Tide

Low Tide
in 4h 27m

Water Quality

Excellent
Safe for swimming

Pollution Alerts

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Quick Overview

Sandy beach
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Excellent
Avg. Air Temp
16.7°C
Swimming
Highly recommended

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Reference Information

Full Tide Times
High 16:56 2.3m
Low 23:08 -2.3m
High 05:05 2.6m
Low 11:31 -2.6m
Sediment Type
Sand

The shoreline consists primarily of sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.

Annual Rating
Excellent

Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.

Rainfall Impact
High Risk

Bacterial levels are highly susceptible to storm runoff. Heavy rainfall in the local catchment is likely to trigger storm overflows and agricultural runoff, rendering the water temporarily unsafe.

Monitoring Authority
Environment Agency

Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.

Water Body Type
Coastal Beach

Monitored as a coastal beach. Coastal beaches are subject to tidal flows and marine dilution, whereas inland lakes/rivers suffer from low water circulation, meaning bacteria can linger longer.

Sewerage Provider
Northumbrian Water Limited

Northumbrian Water Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.

Designated Year
1988

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.

County / District
Hartlepool

Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Hartlepool area.

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