Water Hardness and Quality in Lower Stratton
Supplied by Thames Water · Swindon East (S15)
Lower Stratton 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
263mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.5pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.26mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
21mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAbove 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
0.14mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Lower Stratton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
263mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Lower Stratton has hard water at 263 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
- Swindon East (S15)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Swindon East Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Thames Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Lower Stratton?▾
Yes, Lower Stratton has hard water at 263 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Lower Stratton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Lower Stratton 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 Lower Stratton?▾
The water hardness in Lower Stratton is 263 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Lower Stratton?▾
Water in Lower Stratton is supplied by Thames Water, which serves the London and Thames Valley region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Swindon East Treatment Works.