Hale Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~200–300 mg/L
Hardestimated · not lab-verified
Source
mixed
pH Level
8.1
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.001 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
430.7 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
£0.57
energy & soap waste
Source: DWI Data Portal · Updated 2026
0–99
mg/L
Soft
100–149
mg/L
Slightly Hard
150–199
mg/L
Moderately Hard
200–300
mg/L
Hard
300+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In Hale, your appliances are currently losing 33% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Hale | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 5.7 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -33% |
| Washing Machine | 8 yrs | 12 yrs | -33% |
| Water Heater | 10 yrs | 15 yrs | -33% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Hale compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | Clark° | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Hale, South East | ≈ 200–300 mg/L | 17.5° | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Farnham, South East | ≈ 300+ mg/L | 13.5° | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Aldershot, South East | ≈ 200–300 mg/L | 14.1° | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Fleet, South East | ≈ 200–300 mg/L | 22° | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Farnborough, South East | ≈ 200–300 mg/L | 13.5° | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
National Benchmark
How Hale compares to the United Kingdom average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Hale | ≈ 200–300 mg/L | 🟠 High |
| United Kingdom National Avg | 177 mg/L | 🟡 Moderate |
| Skipton Top Rated | 7.1 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Hale's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Residents in the Hale area receive their water from South East Water. This supply originates from a mix of sources, primarily the Lower Greensand aquifer and boreholes tapping into the North Downs Chalk. These sources feed into regional treatment facilities located in west Surrey, where the water undergoes processing before distribution to homes and businesses.
The water's journey begins in the Lower Greensand and North Downs Chalk geological formations. The Lower Greensand is a sandstone, while the North Downs Chalk is, as its name suggests, chalk. These porous rock types allow water to filter through, picking up dissolved minerals. The interaction with these formations results in a naturally hard water profile, characterized by a significant mineral content.
This hard water can lead to a buildup of scale in appliances like kettles and water heaters, potentially reducing their efficiency and lifespan. You might also notice that soap and detergents don't lather as readily. To combat scale buildup, regular descaling of appliances is recommended. If you find the hardness inconvenient, a domestic water softener can significantly improve the situation by removing the excess calcium and magnesium.
Geology & Source: Lower Greensand aquifer and North Downs Chalk borehole sources; chalk and sandstone produce hard water
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