Water Hardness and Quality in Forest of Dean Zone 14
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Forest of Dean Zone 14
Forest of Dean Zone 14 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
272.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.34pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.29mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
20.05mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.38µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Forest of Dean Zone 14
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
272.1mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Forest of Dean Zone 14 has hard water at 272.1 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 14
- 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 Forest of Dean Zone 14?▾
Yes, Forest of Dean Zone 14 has hard water at 272.1 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Forest of Dean Zone 14 tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Forest of Dean Zone 14 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 Forest of Dean Zone 14?▾
The water hardness in Forest of Dean Zone 14 is 272.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Forest of Dean Zone 14?▾
Water in Forest of Dean Zone 14 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.