Water Hardness and Quality in Plain Spot
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Ashfield Zone 40
Plain Spot 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
160.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.58pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.29mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.75mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.29µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.39mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Plain Spot
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
160.8mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Plain Spot 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 40
- 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 Plain Spot?▾
Plain Spot has moderately hard water at 160.8 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Plain Spot tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Plain Spot 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 Plain Spot?▾
The water hardness in Plain Spot is 160.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Plain Spot?▾
Water in Plain Spot 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.