Water Hardness in Old Whittington

Old Whittington has moderately soft water at 68.3 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.

68.3

mg/l CaCO₃

Moderately SoftUK average: 197.72 mg/l
68.3
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)

What Does Moderately Soft Water Mean?

At just 68.3 mg/l, Old Whittington has moderately soft water. This means very little dissolved calcium and magnesium, so limescale buildup is minimal.

Soft water lathers easily with soap, is gentler on skin and hair, and causes less wear on appliances. A water softener is not needed at this hardness level.

Water Supplier

Water Company
Severn Trent Water
Supply Zone
Chesterfield Zone 5
Source Type
Reservoir
Treatment Works
Derby Treatment Works

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water hard in Old Whittington?
No, Old Whittington has soft water at 68.3 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Moderately Soft". You are unlikely to experience limescale issues.
What is the hardness of water in Old Whittington?
The water hardness in Old Whittington is 68.3 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Moderately Soft" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Severn Trent Water from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to Old Whittington?
Water in Old Whittington is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which covers the West Midlands region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Derby Treatment Works before distribution.
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