Water Hardness and Quality in Malvern Hills Zone 11

Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Malvern Hills Zone 11

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Malvern Hills Zone 11 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

267mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.44pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh

Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.41mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh

Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

23.91mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh

Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.15µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh

Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.09mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh

Water Hardness in Malvern Hills Zone 11

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

267mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard

Malvern Hills Zone 11 has hard water at 267 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 11
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 Malvern Hills Zone 11?
Yes, Malvern Hills Zone 11 has hard water at 267 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Malvern Hills Zone 11 tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Malvern Hills Zone 11 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 Malvern Hills Zone 11?
The water hardness in Malvern Hills Zone 11 is 267 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Malvern Hills Zone 11?
Water in Malvern Hills Zone 11 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.