Water Hardness and Quality in Batheaston
Supplied by Wessex Water · Batheaston
Batheaston 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
319.3mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above 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
9.6mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.4µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.34mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Batheaston
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
319.3mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Batheaston has hard water at 319.3 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
- Batheaston
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Batheaston Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Wessex Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Batheaston?▾
Yes, Batheaston has hard water at 319.3 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Batheaston tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Batheaston 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 Batheaston?▾
The water hardness in Batheaston is 319.3 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Batheaston?▾
Water in Batheaston is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Batheaston Treatment Works.