Water Hardness and Quality in Tatling End

Supplied by Affinity Water · Uxbridge (AF059)

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Tatling End 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

308mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.3pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.7mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

32mg/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

0.12mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Tatling End

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

308mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
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Tatling End has hard water at 308 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
Uxbridge (AF059)
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Uxbridge Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Affinity Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Tatling End?
Yes, Tatling End has hard water at 308 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Tatling End tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Tatling End 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 Tatling End?
The water hardness in Tatling End is 308 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Tatling End?
Water in Tatling End is supplied by Affinity Water, which serves the South East England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Uxbridge 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.