Water Hardness in Lydd
Lydd has slightly hard water at 108 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
108
mg/l CaCO₃
Slightly HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
108
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean?
At 108 mg/l, Lydd 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
- Affinity Water
- Supply Zone
- Denge (AF077)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Denge Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Lydd?▾
Lydd has moderately hard water at 108 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 Lydd?▾
The water hardness in Lydd is 108 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 Affinity Water from underground aquifer sources.
Who supplies water to Lydd?▾
Water in Lydd is supplied by Affinity Water, which covers the South East England region. The water is sourced from underground aquifers (boreholes) and treated at Denge Treatment Works before distribution.