Water Hardness and Quality in Brant Broughton
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Newark and Sherwood Zone 6
Brant Broughton 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
210.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
8.04pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.24mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
12.51mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.19µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Brant Broughton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
210.5mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Brant Broughton has hard water at 210.5 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
- Newark and Sherwood Zone 6
- 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 Brant Broughton?▾
Yes, Brant Broughton has hard water at 210.5 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Brant Broughton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Brant Broughton 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 Brant Broughton?▾
The water hardness in Brant Broughton is 210.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Brant Broughton?▾
Water in Brant Broughton 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.