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Water Hardness in B66 Smethwick

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • West Midlands, West Midlands

0 200 400 227 ppm
Hard
227
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
15.9°
Clark Degrees
12.7°
German Degrees (dH)
22.7°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Smethwick (B66)

The water in postcode district B66 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 227 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 22 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. Severn Trent Water draws water from sources that naturally contain dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium compounds.

What Does Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ! Significant limescale buildup in kettles, pipes and boilers
  • ! Soap scum on shower screens and taps
  • ! Higher energy bills from scale in heating elements
  • ! Dry skin and dull hair after washing
  • ! White residue on dishes and glassware

Solutions for Hard Water in Smethwick

At 227 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How B66 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
B66 Smethwick
227 ppm
227 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

B65
Rowley Regis
226 ppm
B67
Smethwick
228 ppm
B68
Oldbury
229 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in B66 Smethwick?
The water in B66 Smethwick has a hardness level of 227 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 22 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies B66?
B66 Smethwick is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in B66 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 227 ppm is safe to drink. Water hardness affects taste and can cause limescale, but it is not a health risk. In fact, hard water contains beneficial minerals like calcium and magnesium.
How can I reduce water hardness in B66?
For hard water at 227 ppm, a whole-house water softener is the most effective solution. You can also use a jug filter for drinking water, descaling products for appliances, and a shower filter for better skin and hair.
What does 227 ppm water hardness mean?
227 ppm means there are 227 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 15.9 Clark degrees, 12.7 German degrees, or 22.7 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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