Water Hardness and Quality in Kirk Hallam
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Broxtowe Zone 16
Kirk Hallam 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
290.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.1pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.34mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
15.65mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.05µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.38mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Kirk Hallam
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
290.6mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Kirk Hallam has hard water at 290.6 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
- Broxtowe Zone 16
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Nottingham Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Kirk Hallam?▾
Yes, Kirk Hallam has hard water at 290.6 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Kirk Hallam tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Kirk Hallam 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 Kirk Hallam?▾
The water hardness in Kirk Hallam is 290.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Kirk Hallam?▾
Water in Kirk Hallam is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Nottingham Treatment Works.