Water Hardness and Quality in Swindon Rodbourne
Supplied by Thames Water · Swindon Rodbourne (S39)
Swindon Rodbourne 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
271mg/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
0.32mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
22mg/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
0.13mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Swindon Rodbourne
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
271mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Slightly Hard
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Swindon Rodbourne has hard water at 271 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 Rodbourne (S39)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Swindon Rodbourne Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Thames Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Swindon Rodbourne?▾
Yes, Swindon Rodbourne has hard water at 271 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Swindon Rodbourne tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Swindon Rodbourne 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 Swindon Rodbourne?▾
The water hardness in Swindon Rodbourne is 271 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Swindon Rodbourne?▾
Water in Swindon Rodbourne is supplied by Thames Water, which serves the London and Thames Valley region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Swindon Rodbourne Treatment Works.