Water Hardness in Street on the Fosse
Street on the Fosse has slightly hard water at 123.5 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
123.5
mg/l CaCO₃
Slightly HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
123.5
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean?
At 123.5 mg/l, Street on the Fosse has slightly 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
- Danesborough
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Danesborough Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Street on the Fosse?▾
Street on the Fosse has moderately hard water at 123.5 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Slightly Hard". Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable with regular cleaning.
What is the hardness of water in Street on the Fosse?▾
The water hardness in Street on the Fosse is 123.5 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Slightly Hard" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by Wessex Water from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to Street on the Fosse?▾
Water in Street on the Fosse is supplied by Wessex Water, which covers the South West England region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Danesborough Treatment Works before distribution.