Water Hardness and Quality in St Julians
Supplied by Affinity Water · St Albans South (AF040)
St Julians 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
338mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.37mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
26.8mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.67µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.121mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in St Julians
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
338mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
St Julians has hard water at 338 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
- St Albans South (AF040)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- St Albans South Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Affinity Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in St Julians?▾
Yes, St Julians has hard water at 338 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is St Julians tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in St Julians 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 St Julians?▾
The water hardness in St Julians is 338 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to St Julians?▾
Water in St Julians is supplied by Affinity Water, which serves the South East England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at St Albans South Treatment Works.