Water Hardness and Quality in Ranby
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Bassetlaw Zone 3
Ranby has 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
299.3mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.66pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.07mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
26.31mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.15µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.82mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Ranby
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
299.3mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Ranby has hard water at 299.3 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
- Bassetlaw Zone 3
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Derby Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Ranby?▾
Yes, Ranby has hard water at 299.3 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Ranby tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Ranby 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 Ranby?▾
The water hardness in Ranby is 299.3 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Ranby?▾
Water in Ranby is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Derby Treatment Works.