Water Hardness and Quality in Countesthorpe
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Blaby Zone 12
Countesthorpe 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
226mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.2pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.21mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
9.55mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.76µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.2mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Countesthorpe
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
226mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Countesthorpe has hard water at 226 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
- Blaby Zone 12
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Leicestershire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Countesthorpe?▾
Yes, Countesthorpe has hard water at 226 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Countesthorpe tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Countesthorpe 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 Countesthorpe?▾
The water hardness in Countesthorpe is 226 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Countesthorpe?▾
Water in Countesthorpe is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Leicestershire Treatment Works.