Water Hardness and Quality in Newport
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Telford and Wrekin Zone 26
Newport 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
322.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.54pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.18mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
35.04mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.16µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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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 Newport
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
322.6mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Newport has hard water at 322.6 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
- Telford and Wrekin Zone 26
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Shropshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Newport?▾
Yes, Newport has hard water at 322.6 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Newport tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Newport 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 Newport?▾
The water hardness in Newport is 322.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Newport?▾
Water in Newport is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Shropshire Treatment Works.