Water Hardness in Brimpsfield North Import
Brimpsfield North Import has moderately hard water at 163 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
163
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
163
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 163 mg/l, Brimpsfield North Import has moderately hard water. This is a moderate level that may cause some limescale in high-use areas like kettles and showerheads.
Regular descaling of kettles and appliances should be sufficient to manage any buildup. A whole-house water softener is optional at this level but may still be beneficial.
Water Supplier
- Water Company
- Thames Water
- Supply Zone
- Brimpsfield North Import (S38)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Brimpsfield North Import Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Brimpsfield North Import?▾
Brimpsfield North Import has moderately hard water at 163 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Moderately Hard". Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable with regular cleaning.
What is the hardness of water in Brimpsfield North Import?▾
The water hardness in Brimpsfield North Import is 163 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Moderately Hard" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Thames Water from underground aquifer sources.
Who supplies water to Brimpsfield North Import?▾
Water in Brimpsfield North Import is supplied by Thames Water, which covers the London and Thames Valley region. The water is sourced from underground aquifers (boreholes) and treated at Brimpsfield North Import Treatment Works before distribution.