Water Hardness in Ovenden Wood
Ovenden Wood has soft water at 37.5 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
37.5
mg/l CaCO₃
SoftUK average: 197.72 mg/l
37.5
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Soft Water Mean?
At just 37.5 mg/l, Ovenden Wood has 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
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Calder (Calderdale)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Calderdale Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Ovenden Wood?▾
No, Ovenden Wood has soft water at 37.5 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Soft". You are unlikely to experience limescale issues.
What is the hardness of water in Ovenden Wood?▾
The water hardness in Ovenden Wood is 37.5 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Soft" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Yorkshire Water from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to Ovenden Wood?▾
Water in Ovenden Wood is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which covers the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Calderdale Treatment Works before distribution.