Water Hardness and Quality in Cricklade
Supplied by Thames Water · Cricklade (S36)
Cricklade 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
305mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.4pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.44mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
11mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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
0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Cricklade
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
305mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Cricklade has hard water at 305 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
- Cricklade (S36)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Cricklade Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Thames Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Cricklade?▾
Yes, Cricklade has hard water at 305 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Cricklade tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Cricklade 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 Cricklade?▾
The water hardness in Cricklade is 305 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Cricklade?▾
Water in Cricklade is supplied by Thames Water, which serves the London and Thames Valley region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Cricklade Treatment Works.