Water Hardness and Quality in Pine Hurst

Supplied by Affinity Water · Ware (AF016)

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Pine Hurst 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

388mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

6.9pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.2mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

29.4mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

1.22µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.199mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Pine Hurst

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

388mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
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Pine Hurst has hard water at 388 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
Ware (AF016)
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Ware Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Affinity Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Pine Hurst?
Yes, Pine Hurst has hard water at 388 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Pine Hurst tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Pine Hurst 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 Pine Hurst?
The water hardness in Pine Hurst is 388 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Pine Hurst?
Water in Pine Hurst is supplied by Affinity Water, which serves the South East England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Ware 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.