Water Quality in Newcastle upon Tyne

Supplied by Northumbrian Water

B
Overall Water Quality Grade

Key Measurements

Hardness 134.09 ppm
Lead 0.148 ppb
Chlorine 0.43 ppm
Nitrate 14.2 ppm
Iron 198 ppb
Fluoride 0.66 ppm
Copper 20 ppb
pH Level 7.35 (ideal: 6.5 - 9.5)
Good news:
  • low lead levels
Things to be aware of:
  • noticeable iron content

Recommendations

Elevated iron

Iron at 198 µg/l (UK limit: 200 µg/l). Higher iron levels can cause orange-brown staining on fixtures and laundry.

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