Water Hardness and Quality in Fisher's Hill

Supplied by Affinity Water · Pirbright/Send (AF069)

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Fisher's Hill 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

288mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above 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

0.6mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

26mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.67µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.15mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Fisher's Hill

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

288mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Fisher's Hill has hard water at 288 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
Affinity Water
Supply Zone
Pirbright/Send (AF069)
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Pirbright/Send Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Affinity Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Fisher's Hill?
Yes, Fisher's Hill has hard water at 288 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Fisher's Hill tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Fisher's Hill is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Affinity Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Fisher's Hill?
The water hardness in Fisher's Hill is 288 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Fisher's Hill?
Water in Fisher's Hill is supplied by Affinity Water, which serves the South East England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Pirbright/Send Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from Affinity Water and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact Affinity Water directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2025-12-31.