Water Hardness in North Barrow
North Barrow has slightly hard water at 123.5 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
123.5
mg/l CaCO₃
Slightly HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
123.5
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean?
At 123.5 mg/l, North Barrow 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
- Wessex Water
- Supply Zone
- Danesborough
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Danesborough Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in North Barrow?▾
North Barrow has moderately hard water at 123.5 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 North Barrow?▾
The water hardness in North Barrow is 123.5 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 Wessex Water from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to North Barrow?▾
Water in North Barrow is supplied by Wessex Water, which covers the South West England region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Danesborough Treatment Works before distribution.