Water Hardness and Quality in Cranmore
Supplied by Wessex Water · Fiveways
Cranmore 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
331.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.6pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.8mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.5µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.42mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Cranmore
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
331.2mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Cranmore has hard water at 331.2 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
- Fiveways
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Fiveways Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Wessex Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Cranmore?▾
Yes, Cranmore has hard water at 331.2 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Cranmore tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Cranmore 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 Cranmore?▾
The water hardness in Cranmore is 331.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Cranmore?▾
Water in Cranmore is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Fiveways Treatment Works.