Water Hardness and Quality in Bewdley
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Wyre Forest Zone 27
Bewdley has 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
225mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.07pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.2mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
26.75mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.2µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.1mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Bewdley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
225mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Bewdley has hard water at 225 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
- Wyre Forest Zone 27
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Shropshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Bewdley?▾
Yes, Bewdley has hard water at 225 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Bewdley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Bewdley 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 Bewdley?▾
The water hardness in Bewdley is 225 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Bewdley?▾
Water in Bewdley is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Shropshire Treatment Works.