Water Hardness in Fairfax & Starbeck
Fairfax & Starbeck has moderately soft water at 69.8 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
69.8
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately SoftUK average: 197.72 mg/l
69.8
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Soft Water Mean?
At just 69.8 mg/l, Fairfax & Starbeck 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
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Fairfax & Starbeck (North Yorkshire)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- North Yorkshire Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Fairfax & Starbeck?▾
No, Fairfax & Starbeck has soft water at 69.8 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Moderately Soft". You are unlikely to experience limescale issues.
What is the hardness of water in Fairfax & Starbeck?▾
The water hardness in Fairfax & Starbeck is 69.8 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 Yorkshire Water from mixed sources.
Who supplies water to Fairfax & Starbeck?▾
Water in Fairfax & Starbeck is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which covers the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at North Yorkshire Treatment Works before distribution.