Water Hardness in Wakefield South
Wakefield South has slightly hard water at 139.61 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
139.61
mg/l CaCO₃
Slightly HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
139.61
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean?
At 139.61 mg/l, Wakefield South 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
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Wakefield South (Wakefield)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Wakefield Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Wakefield South?▾
Wakefield South has moderately hard water at 139.61 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 Wakefield South?▾
The water hardness in Wakefield South is 139.61 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 Yorkshire Water from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to Wakefield South?▾
Water in Wakefield South is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which covers the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Wakefield Treatment Works before distribution.