Set in The City of Brighton and Hove, South East, Rottingdean Beach is a designated coastal bathing water known for its coastal beach area. The Environment Agency monitors water standards at the site, which currently holds an annual rating of Excellent. Having been designated as an official bathing water site in 2024, it continues to serve as a key bathing spot in the local region.
Sediment type has not yet been recorded for this site. Underfoot conditions and bank composition may vary.
Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.
This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
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.
Southern Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 2024. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the The City of Brighton and Hove area.