Water Hardness and Quality in Bromsgrove Zone 7

Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Bromsgrove Zone 7

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Bromsgrove Zone 7 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

215mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.43pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.25mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

34.8mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above 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

0.8mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Bromsgrove Zone 7

Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.

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Bromsgrove Zone 7 has hard water at 215 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
Bromsgrove Zone 7
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
Worcestershire Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Severn Trent Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Bromsgrove Zone 7?
Yes, Bromsgrove Zone 7 has hard water at 215 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Bromsgrove Zone 7 tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Bromsgrove Zone 7 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 Bromsgrove Zone 7?
The water hardness in Bromsgrove Zone 7 is 215 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Bromsgrove Zone 7?
Water in Bromsgrove Zone 7 is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Worcestershire Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from Severn Trent Water and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact Severn Trent Water directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2025-12-31.