Water Hardness and Quality in Busbridge

Supplied by Thames Water · Godalming (G3)

Good

Busbridge has slightly 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

136mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below 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

0.36mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh

Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

17mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh

Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.9µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh

Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.13mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Busbridge

Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.

136mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard

Busbridge has moderately hard water. You may notice some limescale buildup in your kettle and on taps over time. A regular descaling routine should be sufficient for most households.

Water Source Information

Water Company
Thames Water
Supply Zone
Godalming (G3)
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Godalming Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Thames Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Busbridge?
Busbridge has moderately hard water at 136 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Busbridge tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Busbridge 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 Busbridge?
The water hardness in Busbridge is 136 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Busbridge?
Water in Busbridge is supplied by Thames Water, which serves the London and Thames Valley region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Godalming Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from Thames Water and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact Thames Water directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2025-12-31.