Water Hardness and Quality in Earl's Croome

Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Malvern Hills Zone 3

Below Average

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
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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.
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.