Water Hardness in Staveley
Staveley has moderately hard water at 174 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.
174
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
174
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 174 mg/l, Staveley 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
- Bolsover Zone 20
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Derby Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Staveley?▾
Staveley has moderately hard water at 174 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 Staveley?▾
The water hardness in Staveley is 174 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 Severn Trent Water from mixed sources.
Who supplies water to Staveley?▾
Water in Staveley is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which covers the West Midlands region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at Derby Treatment Works before distribution.