Water Hardness and Quality in Brunswick Park
Supplied by Thames Water · Southgate (LV22)
Brunswick Park 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
7.8pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.49mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
24mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
5.2µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.15mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Brunswick Park
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
Brunswick Park 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
- Thames Water
- Supply Zone
- Southgate (LV22)
- Source Type
- River
- Treatment Works
- Southgate Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Thames Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Brunswick Park?▾
Yes, Brunswick Park 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 Brunswick Park tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Brunswick Park is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Thames Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Brunswick Park?▾
The water hardness in Brunswick Park 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 Brunswick Park?▾
Water in Brunswick Park is supplied by Thames Water, which serves the London and Thames Valley region. The water comes from river sources and is treated at Southgate Treatment Works.