Water Hardness and Quality in Coxley Wick

Supplied by Wessex Water · Fovant

Average

Coxley Wick 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

306.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.6pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

39.1mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.4µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
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Water Hardness in Coxley Wick

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

306.1mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
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Coxley Wick has hard water at 306.1 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
Wessex Water
Supply Zone
Fovant
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Fovant Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Wessex Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Coxley Wick?
Yes, Coxley Wick has hard water at 306.1 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Coxley Wick tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Coxley Wick is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Wessex Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Coxley Wick?
The water hardness in Coxley Wick is 306.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Coxley Wick?
Water in Coxley Wick is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Fovant Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from Wessex Water and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact Wessex Water directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2025-12-31.