Water Hardness and Quality in Ashbrook
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Shropshire Zone 24
Ashbrook 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
311.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.42pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.19mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
34.25mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.45µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.68mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Ashbrook
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
311.8mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Ashbrook has hard water at 311.8 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
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- Shropshire Zone 24
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Staffordshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Ashbrook?▾
Yes, Ashbrook has hard water at 311.8 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Ashbrook tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Ashbrook is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Severn Trent Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Ashbrook?▾
The water hardness in Ashbrook is 311.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Ashbrook?▾
Water in Ashbrook is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Staffordshire Treatment Works.