Water Hardness and Quality in Willey

Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Rugby Zone 10

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Willey 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

296.9mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.37pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.19mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

7.89mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.26µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.83mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Willey

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

296.9mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Willey has hard water at 296.9 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
Rugby Zone 10
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 Willey?
Yes, Willey has hard water at 296.9 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Willey tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Willey 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 Willey?
The water hardness in Willey is 296.9 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Willey?
Water in Willey 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.