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Blackpool South

Blackpool, North West
Sufficient Water Quality
Data last verified: 27 Sep 2026

Blackpool South boasts a picturesque shoreline with soft sand and stunning coastal views. The beach has been awarded a 'Sufficient' water quality rating by the Environment Agency, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for bathers. During the summer months, the water temperature typically ranges from 14°C to 17°C, making it perfect for a refreshing dip.

15°C
Air Temp
29.2 mph
Wind Speed
High Tide
in 5h 33m
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Live Water Quality

30
Pollution Risk
Not advised
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Air Temp

15°C
Comfortable

Weather

Clear sky
15°C

Tide

High Tide
in 5h 33m

Water Quality

Sufficient
Not advised

Pollution Alerts

Active Alert
Bathing not advised ↓

Quick Overview

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

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Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Sufficient
Avg. Air Temp
15°C
Swimming
Not Recommended

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Reference Information

Full Tide Times
Low 18:36 -4.0m
High 00:11 4.5m
Low 06:57 -4.3m
High 12:31 4.3m
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
Sufficient

Water complies with minimum legal safety limits. However, higher bacterial levels are occasionally recorded, indicating moderate vulnerability to runoff.

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
United Utilities Water Limited

United Utilities 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
Blackpool

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

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