Water Hardness in Red Street
Red Street has moderately hard water at 155.8 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
155.8
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
155.8
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 155.8 mg/l, Red Street 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
- Newcastle-under-Lyme Zone 8
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Staffordshire Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Red Street?▾
Red Street has moderately hard water at 155.8 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 Red Street?▾
The water hardness in Red Street is 155.8 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 Red Street?▾
Water in Red Street is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which covers the West Midlands region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at Staffordshire Treatment Works before distribution.