Water Hardness in Northfield
Northfield has moderately hard water at 177.3 mg/l CaCO₃. This is close to the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
177.3
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
177.3
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 177.3 mg/l, Northfield 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
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Dalton & Thrybergh (Rotherham)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Rotherham Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Northfield?▾
Northfield has moderately hard water at 177.3 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 Northfield?▾
The water hardness in Northfield is 177.3 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Moderately Hard" on the standard UK scale and is close to the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Yorkshire Water from mixed sources.
Who supplies water to Northfield?▾
Water in Northfield is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which covers the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at Rotherham Treatment Works before distribution.