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Water Hardness in B68 Oldbury

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • West Midlands, West Midlands

0 200 400 229 ppm
Hard
229
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
16°
Clark Degrees
12.8°
German Degrees (dH)
22.9°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Oldbury (B68)

The water in postcode district B68 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 229 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 24 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 Oldbury

At 229 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How B68 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
B68 Oldbury
229 ppm
229 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

B67
Smethwick
228 ppm
B69
Oldbury
230 ppm
B70
West Bromwich
254 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in B68 Oldbury?
The water in B68 Oldbury has a hardness level of 229 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 24 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies B68?
B68 Oldbury is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in B68 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 229 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 B68?
For hard water at 229 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 229 ppm water hardness mean?
229 ppm means there are 229 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 16 Clark degrees, 12.8 German degrees, or 22.9 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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