Water Hardness and Quality in Axminster
Supplied by Wessex Water · Chard Town
Axminster has 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
278.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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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
3.7mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.2µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.15mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Axminster
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
278.6mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Axminster has hard water at 278.6 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
- Chard Town
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Chard Town Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Wessex Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Axminster?▾
Yes, Axminster has hard water at 278.6 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Axminster tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Axminster 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 Axminster?▾
The water hardness in Axminster is 278.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Axminster?▾
Water in Axminster is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Chard Town Treatment Works.