Water Hardness and Quality in Lower Halliford
Supplied by Affinity Water · Walton (AF068)
Lower Halliford 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
0.74mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
28.5mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.26µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.144mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Lower Halliford
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
288mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Lower Halliford 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
- Walton (AF068)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Walton Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Affinity Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Lower Halliford?▾
Yes, Lower Halliford 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 Lower Halliford tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Lower Halliford 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 Lower Halliford?▾
The water hardness in Lower Halliford 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 Lower Halliford?▾
Water in Lower Halliford is supplied by Affinity Water, which serves the South East England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Walton Treatment Works.