Dittisham, Dart Estuary water quality history

Explore historical Environment Agency samples and annual bathing water classifications for Dittisham, Dart Estuary in South Hams.

The Ham is a tidal beach on within Dart Estuary at Dittisham, Devon. It is a small section of estuary approximately 200 metres wide, backed by a park. It can be accessed from the shingle ridge. Due to flow in the estuary swimming is only accessible at high to mid tide.

Available sample history
2024 to 2026
Samples
60
Latest official classification
Excellent (2025)

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Annual classification history

Official assessments and historical estimates are labelled separately. Missing years are not filled in.

Available annual results, newest first
YearClassificationAssessment source
2025ExcellentOfficial Environment Agency assessment
2024GoodOfficial Environment Agency assessment

Source: Environment Agency / Swimfo. Data retrieved 16 October 2026. Historical trends do not describe conditions today; check Swimfo and local notices for current advice.

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