Tap Water in TA17
Zone 121 Sutton Bingham — Wessex Water
Tap water in Zone 121 Sutton Bingham, supplied by Wessex Water, has the character of a blended surface and groundwater supply, with no dominant mineral signature. It’s slightly hard, around the national midpoint, with a total hardness of 172 mg/L as CaCO₃.
Mineral composition
| mg/L | |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 64 |
| Magnesium | awaiting data |
| Sodium | 26 |
| Sulfate | 68 |
| Chloride | 17 |
| Bicarbonate | awaiting data |
Additional info
| Hardness | 172 as CaCO₃ |
| Alkalinity | awaiting data |
| pH | 7.2 |
| Conductivity | 344 µS/cm |
| Source | Wessex Water |
| Data year | 2024 |
What this means
Kettle & appliances
Light limescale will accumulate in kettles and on heating elements over weeks. A periodic descale (monthly or so) will keep things in check, but it’s not urgent.
Espresso
Hardness at this level starts to affect espresso machines more noticeably. Scale will form in boilers over months, and the water’s buffering will round off some of the brighter acidity in the cup. Regular descaling becomes worthwhile.
Filter & pour-over
Filter coffee starts to lose some of its top-end brightness here. Lighter roasts will taste rounder and less distinctive than they would with softer water, though medium and darker roasts hold up well. The cup won’t be flat, but the crispest acidity is softened.
Drinking & cooking
A faint mineral taste may be noticeable if you’re paying attention. Vegetables and pulses cook normally; rice and pasta are unaffected.
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Nearby areas
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