Water Hardness and Quality in Henley Green

Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Coventry Zone 24

Below Average

Henley Green 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

301.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.37pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

24mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAbove Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

1.07µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.84mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Henley Green

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

301.1mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
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Very Hard

Henley Green has hard water at 301.1 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
Coventry Zone 24
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Warwickshire Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Severn Trent Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Henley Green?
Yes, Henley Green has hard water at 301.1 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Henley Green tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Henley Green 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 Henley Green?
The water hardness in Henley Green is 301.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Henley Green?
Water in Henley Green is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Warwickshire 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.