Water Hardness and Quality in Shropshire Zone 34
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Shropshire Zone 34
Shropshire Zone 34 has moderately soft 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
83.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.64pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.38mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
5.8mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.1µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below 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 34
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
83.1mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Shropshire Zone 34 has soft water. This means less limescale buildup in your appliances, less soap needed for cleaning, and generally fewer issues with mineral deposits. You are unlikely to need a water softener.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- Shropshire Zone 34
- Source Type
- Mixed
- 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 34?▾
No, Shropshire Zone 34 has soft water at just 83.1 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Shropshire Zone 34 tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Shropshire Zone 34 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 34?▾
The water hardness in Shropshire Zone 34 is 83.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Shropshire Zone 34?▾
Water in Shropshire Zone 34 is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Shropshire Treatment Works.