Water Hardness in Foss Islands
Foss Islands has slightly hard water at 146.34 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
146.34
mg/l CaCO₃
Slightly HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
146.34
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean?
At 146.34 mg/l, Foss Islands has slightly 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
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Dringhouses & Woodthorpe (York)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- York Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Foss Islands?▾
Foss Islands has moderately hard water at 146.34 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Slightly Hard". Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable with regular cleaning.
What is the hardness of water in Foss Islands?▾
The water hardness in Foss Islands is 146.34 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Slightly Hard" 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 Foss Islands?▾
Water in Foss Islands is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which covers the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at York Treatment Works before distribution.