Water Hardness and Quality in Turnhurst
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Newcastle-under-Lyme Zone 8
Turnhurst 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
155.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.51pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.19mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
12.77mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.95µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove 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 Turnhurst
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
155.8mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Turnhurst 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
- Newcastle-under-Lyme Zone 8
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Staffordshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Turnhurst?▾
Turnhurst has moderately hard water at 155.8 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Turnhurst tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Turnhurst 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 Turnhurst?▾
The water hardness in Turnhurst is 155.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Turnhurst?▾
Water in Turnhurst is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Staffordshire Treatment Works.