Water Hardness in Upper Loads
Upper Loads has moderately hard water at 164.7 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
164.7
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
164.7
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 164.7 mg/l, Upper Loads 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
- Chesterfield Zone 2
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Derby Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Upper Loads?▾
Upper Loads has moderately hard water at 164.7 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 Upper Loads?▾
The water hardness in Upper Loads is 164.7 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 Upper Loads?▾
Water in Upper Loads 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.