Water Hardness in Newthorpe Common
Newthorpe Common has moderately hard water at 160.8 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
160.8
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
160.8
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 160.8 mg/l, Newthorpe Common 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
- Ashfield Zone 40
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Nottingham Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Newthorpe Common?▾
Newthorpe Common has moderately hard water at 160.8 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 Newthorpe Common?▾
The water hardness in Newthorpe Common is 160.8 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Moderately Hard" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Severn Trent Water from mixed sources.
Who supplies water to Newthorpe Common?▾
Water in Newthorpe Common is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which covers the West Midlands region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at Nottingham Treatment Works before distribution.