Water Hardness and Quality in Shropshire Zone 17
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Shropshire Zone 17
Shropshire Zone 17 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
382.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.35mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
11.27mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.3µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
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 Shropshire Zone 17
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
382.8mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Shropshire Zone 17 has hard water at 382.8 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
- Shropshire Zone 17
- 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 Shropshire Zone 17?▾
Yes, Shropshire Zone 17 has hard water at 382.8 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Shropshire Zone 17 tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Shropshire Zone 17 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 Shropshire Zone 17?▾
The water hardness in Shropshire Zone 17 is 382.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Shropshire Zone 17?▾
Water in Shropshire Zone 17 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.