Water Hardness and Quality in Clements End

Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Forest of Dean Zone 13

Good

Clements End 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

242.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.48pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh

Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.43mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh

Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

15.99mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh

Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.17µg/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
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Water Hardness in Clements End

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

242.2mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Clements End has hard water at 242.2 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
Forest of Dean Zone 13
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
Gloucestershire Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Severn Trent Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Clements End?
Yes, Clements End has hard water at 242.2 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Clements End tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Clements End 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 Clements End?
The water hardness in Clements End is 242.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Clements End?
Water in Clements End is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Gloucestershire 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.