Water Hardness and Quality in Allington
Supplied by Wessex Water · Allington
Allington has very hard water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.
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Water Quality Scorecard
Total Hardness
Guideline: 150+ mg/l is considered hard
327.7mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.6pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.1mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.5µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.43mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Allington
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
327.7mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Allington has hard water at 327.7 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Wessex Water
- Supply Zone
- Allington
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Allington Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Wessex Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Allington?▾
Yes, Allington has hard water at 327.7 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Allington tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Allington is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Wessex Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Allington?▾
The water hardness in Allington is 327.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Allington?▾
Water in Allington is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Allington Treatment Works.