Water Hardness and Quality in Middle Madeley
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Newcastle-under-Lyme Zone 33
Middle Madeley has moderately 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
161.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.45pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.18mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
15.37mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.44µg/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
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Water Hardness in Middle Madeley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
161.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Middle Madeley has moderately hard water. You may notice some limescale buildup in your kettle and on taps over time. A regular descaling routine should be sufficient for most households.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- Newcastle-under-Lyme Zone 33
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Staffordshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Middle Madeley?▾
Middle Madeley has moderately hard water at 161.5 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Middle Madeley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Middle Madeley 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 Middle Madeley?▾
The water hardness in Middle Madeley is 161.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Middle Madeley?▾
Water in Middle Madeley is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Staffordshire Treatment Works.