Water Hardness and Quality in Broadoak End
Supplied by Affinity Water · Hertford (AF021)
Broadoak End 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
318mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.6mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
29.7mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.56µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.18mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Broadoak End
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
318mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
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Broadoak End has hard water at 318 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
- Hertford (AF021)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Hertford Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Affinity Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Broadoak End?▾
Yes, Broadoak End has hard water at 318 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Broadoak End tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Broadoak End 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 Broadoak End?▾
The water hardness in Broadoak End is 318 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Broadoak End?▾
Water in Broadoak End is supplied by Affinity Water, which serves the South East England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Hertford Treatment Works.