Water Hardness and Quality in West Hill
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Stafford Zone 17
West Hill 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
269.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.44pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.23mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
31.94mg/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
0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
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Water Hardness in West Hill
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
269.1mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
West Hill has hard water at 269.1 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
- Stafford Zone 17
- 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 West Hill?▾
Yes, West Hill has hard water at 269.1 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is West Hill tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in West Hill 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 West Hill?▾
The water hardness in West Hill is 269.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to West Hill?▾
Water in West Hill 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.