Water Hardness and Quality in Nechells
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Birmingham Zone 20
Nechells has moderately soft 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
75.3mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
8pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.25mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
6.36mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.23µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.71mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Nechells
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
75.3mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Nechells has soft water. This means less limescale buildup in your appliances, less soap needed for cleaning, and generally fewer issues with mineral deposits. You are unlikely to need a water softener.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- Birmingham Zone 20
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Birmingham Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Nechells?▾
No, Nechells has soft water at just 75.3 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Nechells tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Nechells 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 Nechells?▾
The water hardness in Nechells is 75.3 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Nechells?▾
Water in Nechells is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Birmingham Treatment Works.