Water Hardness and Quality in Pinxton
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Ashfield Zone 11
Pinxton has slightly 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
140.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.46pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.28mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.5mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.36µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.21mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Pinxton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
140.6mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Pinxton 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
- Ashfield Zone 11
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Nottingham Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Pinxton?▾
Pinxton has moderately hard water at 140.6 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Pinxton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Pinxton 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 Pinxton?▾
The water hardness in Pinxton is 140.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Pinxton?▾
Water in Pinxton is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Nottingham Treatment Works.