Water Hardness and Quality in Church End

Supplied by Thames Water · Charlbury Overnorton & Woodstock (OX4)

Average

Church End 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

254mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.4pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.46mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

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

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

1.1µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.12mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Church End

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

254mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Church End has hard water at 254 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
Charlbury Overnorton & Woodstock (OX4)
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
Charlbury Overnorton & Woodstock Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Thames Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Church End?
Yes, Church End has hard water at 254 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Church End tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Church End 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 Church End?
The water hardness in Church End is 254 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Church End?
Water in Church End is supplied by Thames Water, which serves the London and Thames Valley region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Charlbury Overnorton & Woodstock 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.