Leicester Forest East Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~150–199 mg/L
Moderately Hardestimated · not lab-verified
Source
mixed
pH Level
7.7
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.002 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
273.2 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
£0.40
energy & soap waste
Source: DWI Data Portal · Updated 2026
0–99
mg/L
Soft
100–149
mg/L
Slightly Hard
150–199
mg/L
Moderately Hard
200–300
mg/L
Hard
300+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In Leicester Forest East, your appliances are currently losing 23% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Leicester Forest East | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 6.5 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -24% |
| Washing Machine | 9.2 yrs | 12 yrs | -23% |
| Water Heater | 11.6 yrs | 15 yrs | -23% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Leicester Forest East compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | Clark° | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Leicester Forest East, East Midlands | ≈ 150–199 mg/L | 12.3° | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
| Glenfield, East Midlands | ≈ 200–300 mg/L | 15.1° | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Braunstone, East Midlands | 141.5 mg/L | 9.9° | 🟡 Slightly Hard | mixed |
| Glen Parva, East Midlands | ≈ 200–300 mg/L | 15.2° | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Aylestone, East Midlands | 245 mg/L | 17.2° | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
National Benchmark
How Leicester Forest East compares to the United Kingdom average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Leicester Forest East | ≈ 150–199 mg/L | 🟡 Moderate |
| United Kingdom National Avg | 177 mg/L | 🟡 Moderate |
| Skipton Top Rated | 7.1 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Leicester Forest East's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Leicester Forest East receives its water supply from Severn Trent Water. The supply is a blend, primarily sourced from reservoirs within the Pennine and Peak District catchment areas. Groundwater from the Triassic Sandstone formations in the Leicestershire supply zone is also mixed in. All of this water is treated at the Cropston Water Treatment Works before being distributed to residents.
The geology influencing this supply involves both surface and groundwater sources. The Pennine and Peak District areas are known for their varied rock types, contributing to the water's mineral content. Additionally, groundwater drawn from the Triassic Sandstone aquifer adds further minerals. This combination of sources results in water that is classified as moderately hard, typically measuring around 11.1° Clark.
Homeowners in the area may notice a buildup of scale on fixtures and inside appliances like kettles and coffee makers over time. This moderate hardness means that soap and detergents might not lather as easily as they would with softer water. To combat scale, regular descaling of appliances is recommended. While a whole-house water softener isn't strictly necessary for everyone, it can certainly improve the longevity of water-using appliances and reduce cleaning frequency.
Geology & Source: Pennine and Peak District reservoirs; Triassic Sandstone aquifer; moderate hardness
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