Water Hardness in Broomfields
Broomfields has soft water at 47.57 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
47.57
mg/l CaCO₃
SoftUK average: 197.72 mg/l
47.57
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Soft Water Mean?
At just 47.57 mg/l, Broomfields has 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
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Keighley East (Bradford)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Bradford Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Broomfields?▾
No, Broomfields has soft water at 47.57 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Soft". You are unlikely to experience limescale issues.
What is the hardness of water in Broomfields?▾
The water hardness in Broomfields is 47.57 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Soft" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Yorkshire Water from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to Broomfields?▾
Water in Broomfields is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which covers the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Bradford Treatment Works before distribution.