Water Hardness in Scholes
Scholes has moderately soft water at 90.57 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
90.57
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately SoftUK average: 197.72 mg/l
90.57
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Soft Water Mean?
At just 90.57 mg/l, Scholes 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
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Batley East (Kirklees)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Kirklees Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Scholes?▾
No, Scholes has soft water at 90.57 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Moderately Soft". You are unlikely to experience limescale issues.
What is the hardness of water in Scholes?▾
The water hardness in Scholes is 90.57 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 Yorkshire Water from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to Scholes?▾
Water in Scholes is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which covers the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Kirklees Treatment Works before distribution.