Water Hardness in Clay Cross
Clay Cross has moderately hard water at 192.5 mg/l CaCO₃. This is close to the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
192.5
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
192.5
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 192.5 mg/l, Clay Cross 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
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- North East Derbyshire Zone 22
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Derby Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Clay Cross?▾
Clay Cross has moderately hard water at 192.5 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 Clay Cross?▾
The water hardness in Clay Cross is 192.5 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Moderately Hard" on the standard UK scale and is close to the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Severn Trent Water from mixed sources.
Who supplies water to Clay Cross?▾
Water in Clay Cross is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which covers the West Midlands region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at Derby Treatment Works before distribution.