Water Hardness in Sherborne
Sherborne has moderately hard water at 172.4 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.
172.4
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
172.4
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 172.4 mg/l, Sherborne 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
- Wessex Water
- Supply Zone
- Sutton Bingham
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Sutton Bingham Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Sherborne?▾
Sherborne has moderately hard water at 172.4 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 Sherborne?▾
The water hardness in Sherborne is 172.4 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 Wessex Water from mixed sources.
Who supplies water to Sherborne?▾
Water in Sherborne is supplied by Wessex Water, which covers the South West England region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at Sutton Bingham Treatment Works before distribution.