The average person in Suffolk uses 140 litres of water per day. Use this tool to estimate your household’s water use and get personalised tips to save water and money.
Based on typical values for UK household water use. For more tips on saving water, visit Anglian Water or Waterwise.
Household use is typically around the UK average of roughly 140–150 litres per person per day, though it varies with garden watering, bath vs shower habits and occupancy. Compare your estimate with the figure shown in the tool.
Most of the county is served by Anglian Water or Essex & Suffolk Water depending on address. Use your bill or supplier’s site for meter readings and local hosepipe rules.
Yes. Treating and pumping water uses energy, and lower demand helps rivers and aquifers during dry summers along the Orwell, Deben and Stour catchments.
Shorter showers, fixing drips, washing full loads only, dual-flush toilets, and a water butt for garden use. Avoid watering lawns in heatwaves; focus on edible gardens and new plants.