Water Hardness and Quality in Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12

Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12

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Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12 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

438mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.49pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

9.58mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.13µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.36mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12

Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.

438mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
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Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12 has hard water at 438 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
Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Warwickshire Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Severn Trent Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12?
Yes, Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12 has hard water at 438 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12 tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12 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 Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12?
The water hardness in Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12 is 438 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12?
Water in Stratford-on-Avon Zone 12 is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Warwickshire Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from Severn Trent Water and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact Severn Trent Water directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2025-12-31.