Wessex Water Water Quality

Serving 2.8 million people across Bath, Bristol, and much of Wiltshire, Dorset, and Somerset

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Overall Water Quality Grade

Key Measurements

Readings for the LSOA E01014370 supply zone

Hardness 300.7 ppm
Lead 0.2 ppb
Chlorine 0.2 ppm
Nitrate 8.3 ppm
Iron 20 ppb
Fluoride 0.4 ppm
Copper 30 ppb
pH Level 7.5 (ideal: 6.5 - 9.5)
Good news:
  • low lead levels

Recommendations

Very hard water areaImportant

Hardness at 300.7 mg/l. Water above 200 mg/l is classified as very hard. Hard water causes limescale buildup in kettles and appliances, reduces soap lathering, and can leave hair feeling dry or stiff.

Note: These readings are from a representative zone in the Wessex Water supply area. Water quality varies between neighbourhoods and supply zones. Enter your postcode below for exact readings at your address.

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