Water Hardness and Quality in Clannor Heath

Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Newcastle-under-Lyme Zone 8

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Clannor Heath has moderately 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

155.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.51pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.19mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

12.77mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.95µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
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Water Hardness in Clannor Heath

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

155.8mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Clannor Heath has moderately hard water. You may notice some limescale buildup in your kettle and on taps over time. A regular descaling routine should be sufficient for most households.

Water Source Information

Water Company
Severn Trent Water
Supply Zone
Newcastle-under-Lyme Zone 8
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
Staffordshire Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Severn Trent Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Clannor Heath?
Clannor Heath has moderately hard water at 155.8 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Clannor Heath tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Clannor Heath 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 Clannor Heath?
The water hardness in Clannor Heath is 155.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Clannor Heath?
Water in Clannor Heath is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Staffordshire 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.