Water Hardness and Quality in White Moor
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Amber Valley Zone 16
White Moor 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
229.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.58pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.32mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
10.16mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.68µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.32mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in White Moor
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
229.4mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
White Moor has hard water at 229.4 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
- Amber Valley Zone 16
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Derby Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in White Moor?▾
Yes, White Moor has hard water at 229.4 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is White Moor tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in White Moor 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 White Moor?▾
The water hardness in White Moor is 229.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to White Moor?▾
Water in White Moor is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Derby Treatment Works.