Water Hardness and Quality in Blidworth
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Mansfield Zone 38
Blidworth 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
420.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.5pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.16mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
38.7mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.36µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.78mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Blidworth
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
420.8mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Blidworth has hard water at 420.8 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
- Mansfield Zone 38
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Nottingham Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Blidworth?▾
Yes, Blidworth has hard water at 420.8 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Blidworth tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Blidworth 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 Blidworth?▾
The water hardness in Blidworth is 420.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Blidworth?▾
Water in Blidworth is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Nottingham Treatment Works.