Water Hardness and Quality in South Petherton
Supplied by Wessex Water · Sutton Bingham
South Petherton has moderately 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
172.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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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
0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
4.2mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.1µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.04mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in South Petherton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
172.4mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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South Petherton has moderately hard water. You may notice some limescale buildup in your kettle and on taps over time. A regular descaling routine should be sufficient for most households.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Wessex Water
- Supply Zone
- Sutton Bingham
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Sutton Bingham Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Wessex Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in South Petherton?▾
South Petherton has moderately hard water at 172.4 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is South Petherton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in South Petherton 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 South Petherton?▾
The water hardness in South Petherton is 172.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to South Petherton?▾
Water in South Petherton is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Sutton Bingham Treatment Works.