Water Hardness and Quality in Earl's Croome
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Malvern Hills Zone 3
Earl's Croome has very 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
336.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.47pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.29mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
27.82mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.27µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.1mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Earl's Croome
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
336.4mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Earl's Croome has hard water at 336.4 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
- Malvern Hills Zone 3
- 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 Earl's Croome?▾
Yes, Earl's Croome has hard water at 336.4 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Earl's Croome tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Earl's Croome 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 Earl's Croome?▾
The water hardness in Earl's Croome is 336.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Earl's Croome?▾
Water in Earl's Croome 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.