Water Hardness and Quality in Bromsgrove Zone 7
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Bromsgrove Zone 7
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
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.43pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.25mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
34.8mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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
0.8mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Bromsgrove Zone 7
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
215mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
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.