Water Hardness in Morton-on-Swale & Appleton Wiske
Morton-on-Swale & Appleton Wiske has hard water at 282.19 mg/l CaCO₃. This is above the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You may notice limescale buildup on taps, in kettles, and around showerheads.
282.19
mg/l CaCO₃
What Does Hard Water Mean?
With a hardness of 282.19 mg/l, Morton-on-Swale & Appleton Wiske has hard water. This level of hardness is common in areas supplied from chalk and limestone aquifers in the South East of England.
You will likely notice white limescale deposits on taps, showerheads, and inside your kettle. Over time, limescale can reduce the efficiency of boilers and heating systems, increasing energy costs. A water softener can help prevent these issues.
Water Supplier
- Water Company
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Morton-on-Swale & Appleton Wiske (North Yorkshire)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- North Yorkshire Treatment Works
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