Water Hardness and Quality in Shepherds Shore
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Shepherds Shore 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
342.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.6pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
28.1mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.7µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.16mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Shepherds Shore
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
342.2mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Shepherds Shore has hard water at 342.2 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
- Wessex Water
- Supply Zone
- Shepherds Shore
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Shepherds Shore Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Wessex Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Shepherds Shore?▾
Yes, Shepherds Shore has hard water at 342.2 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Shepherds Shore tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Shepherds Shore is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Wessex Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Shepherds Shore?▾
The water hardness in Shepherds Shore is 342.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Shepherds Shore?▾
Water in Shepherds Shore is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Shepherds Shore Treatment Works.