Water Hardness and Quality in Bellevue
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Derbyshire Dales Zone 1
Bellevue has moderately soft 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
67.9mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.9pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.34mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
6.69mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.19µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
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Water Hardness in Bellevue
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
67.9mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Bellevue has soft water. This means less limescale buildup in your appliances, less soap needed for cleaning, and generally fewer issues with mineral deposits. You are unlikely to need a water softener.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- Derbyshire Dales Zone 1
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Derby Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Bellevue?▾
No, Bellevue has soft water at just 67.9 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Bellevue tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Bellevue 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 Bellevue?▾
The water hardness in Bellevue is 67.9 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Bellevue?▾
Water in Bellevue is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Derby Treatment Works.