Water Hardness and Quality in Hart Hill
Supplied by Affinity Water · Luton Park Street (AF082)
Hart Hill 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
328mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.2pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.54mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
38.4mg/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
0.135mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Hart Hill
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
328mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Hart Hill has hard water at 328 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
- Luton Park Street (AF082)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Luton Park Street Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Affinity Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Hart Hill?▾
Yes, Hart Hill has hard water at 328 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Hart Hill tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Hart 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 Hart Hill?▾
The water hardness in Hart Hill is 328 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Hart Hill?▾
Water in Hart Hill is supplied by Affinity Water, which serves the South East England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Luton Park Street Treatment Works.