Water Hardness and Quality in Billericay
Supplied by Affinity Water · Pilgrims Hatch (AF071)
Billericay 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
265mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.3pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.31mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
15.2mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.08µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.277mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Billericay
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
265mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Billericay has hard water at 265 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
- Affinity Water
- Supply Zone
- Pilgrims Hatch (AF071)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Pilgrims Hatch Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Affinity Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Billericay?▾
Yes, Billericay has hard water at 265 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Billericay tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Billericay is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Affinity Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Billericay?▾
The water hardness in Billericay is 265 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Billericay?▾
Water in Billericay is supplied by Affinity Water, which serves the South East England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Pilgrims Hatch Treatment Works.