Anglian Water Hosepipe Ban Status 2026
Published: June 24, 2026
Anglian Water has two supply areas remaining below full recovery as of March 2026 (Environment Agency water situation reports). The company has not declared a TUB or advisory in summer 2026 but is on elevated drought monitoring. East Anglia is among the driest regions of the UK in long-term averages and faces accelerated risk during 2026 drought conditions.
Coverage Area
Anglian Water serves East Anglia and East Midlands: Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, parts of Essex, covering approximately Approximately 7 million.
Primary postcode areas: NR, IP, CB, PE, LN, NN, CO, CM, SS. Use the postcode lookup tool (coming soon) to confirm your supplier.
Ownership: Private (consortium led by CPP Investments, Infinity Investments). Official site: Anglian Water Services Ltd.
Reservoir Snapshot
Anglian Water’s primary reservoirs feeding the service area:
- Grafham Water
- Pitsford Reservoir
- Rutland Water
- Alton Water
East Anglia is the driest region in the UK by long-term rainfall average. Grafham, Pitsford, and Rutland Water are critical reservoirs serving millions. The 2 supply areas flagged below recovery in March 2026 reports remain at risk in summer 2026.
For current reservoir percentages, see the Environment Agency monthly water situation reports at gov.ukand the company’s own drought management plan.
What is Banned, What is Allowed
No restrictions currently in force.
Fines and Reporting
Maximum fine: No fines currently: no TUB in force.
No restrictions currently. Should Anglian Water declare a TUB, the standard £1,000 maximum applies.
Reporting channel: No reporting channel: no restrictions in force.
UK Lawn Care During Anglian Water Restrictions
Without a formal TUB, hosepipe use remains legal. Voluntary restraint is sensible given the region's long-term water scarcity. East Anglian lawns are primarily Perennial Ryegrass with Fescue blends. Drought-tolerant grass selection is particularly relevant in this region.
For full UK lawn-care guidance during a hosepipe ban, see our UK lawn care under hosepipe ban guide (forthcoming). US-focused techniques that translate to UK cool-season grasses are available at keep your lawn alive under water restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a hosepipe ban in East Anglia right now?
No. Anglian Water has not declared a Temporary Use Ban for summer 2026. However the company has flagged two supply areas as remaining below full recovery in March 2026 Environment Agency reports, and is on elevated drought monitoring.
Could Anglian Water declare a TUB this summer?
Yes, particularly in the two supply areas already below full recovery. East Anglia is the driest region in the UK by long-term average and faces accelerated risk during 2026 drought conditions.
Which reservoirs are critical for Anglian Water?
Grafham Water, Pitsford Reservoir, Rutland Water, and Alton Water are the primary Anglian Water reservoirs. Their levels are published in Environment Agency monthly water situation reports.
What can I do voluntarily in East Anglia?
Use a watering can over a hosepipe. Collect rainwater. Drought-tolerant grass selection (Fescue blends) makes a difference long-term in a region with low rainfall. Plant drought-tolerant species in beds and borders.
Is Anglian Water likely to be among the next TUB declarations?
Anglian Water and Thames Water are flagged as elevated-risk for summer 2026 by sector observers, with South East Water already operating under voluntary advisory. The two below-recovery supply areas in East Anglia would be the most likely first-affected if Anglian Water did declare.
How do I check if my postcode is in Anglian Water coverage?
Anglian Water serves the NR, IP, CB, PE, LN, NN, CO, CM, and SS postcode areas. For exact coverage use the postcode checker on the Anglian Water website.
Neighbouring Water Companies
Anglian Watershares borders with the following water companies. If your postcode straddles a boundary, the neighbouring company’s status may also be relevant:
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Last verified: 2026-06-24. Updates posted as water companies declare, modify, or lift restrictions.