Water Hardness in Aston New Town
Aston New Town has moderately soft water at 88.5 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
88.5
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately SoftUK average: 197.72 mg/l
88.5
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Soft Water Mean?
At just 88.5 mg/l, Aston New Town has moderately soft water. This means very little dissolved calcium and magnesium, so limescale buildup is minimal.
Soft water lathers easily with soap, is gentler on skin and hair, and causes less wear on appliances. A water softener is not needed at this hardness level.
Water Supplier
- Water Company
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- Birmingham Zone 18
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Birmingham Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Aston New Town?▾
No, Aston New Town has soft water at 88.5 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Moderately Soft". You are unlikely to experience limescale issues.
What is the hardness of water in Aston New Town?▾
The water hardness in Aston New Town is 88.5 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Moderately Soft" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Severn Trent Water from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to Aston New Town?▾
Water in Aston New Town is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which covers the West Midlands region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Birmingham Treatment Works before distribution.