Palace Pier water quality
Central Brighton beach beside the Palace Pier, one of the busiest stretches of the seafront.
The most recent sample at Palace Pier (1 Jul 2026) measured 962 cfu/100 mL of E. coli — rated Above guideline. Above the EA's Good guideline — worth extra caution on the day.
Full sample history
| Date | E. coli (cfu/100 mL) | Human DNA | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul 2026 | 962 | — | Above guideline |
| 4 Feb 2026 | 39 | 197.3 gc | Excellent |
| 8 Jan 2026 | 339 | 805 gc | Good |
Readings are indicative single samples from citizen-science monitoring, not the Environment Agency's official bathing-water classification. Conditions change quickly after rain — always check official sources before entering the water.