Water Hardness and Quality in Collier's Wood

Supplied by Thames Water · Wimbledon (SLW17)

Below Average

Collier's Wood 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

260mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.8pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.68mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

25mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAbove Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

2.2µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.14mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Collier's Wood

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

260mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
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Collier's Wood has hard water at 260 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
Wimbledon (SLW17)
Source Type
River
Treatment Works
Wimbledon Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Thames Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Collier's Wood?
Yes, Collier's Wood has hard water at 260 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Collier's Wood tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Collier's Wood 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 Collier's Wood?
The water hardness in Collier's Wood is 260 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Collier's Wood?
Water in Collier's Wood is supplied by Thames Water, which serves the London and Thames Valley region. The water comes from river sources and is treated at Wimbledon 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.