Water Hardness and Quality in Woodborough
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Gedling Zone 29
Woodborough 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
178.3mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
8.11pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.28mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
9.07mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.19µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below 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 Woodborough
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
178.3mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Woodborough 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
- Gedling Zone 29
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Nottingham Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Woodborough?▾
Woodborough has moderately hard water at 178.3 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Woodborough tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Woodborough 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 Woodborough?▾
The water hardness in Woodborough is 178.3 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Woodborough?▾
Water in Woodborough is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Nottingham Treatment Works.