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Water Hardness in B74 Sutton Coldfield

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • West Midlands, West Midlands

0 200 400 258 ppm
Hard
258
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
18.1°
Clark Degrees
14.5°
German Degrees (dH)
25.8°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Sutton Coldfield (B74)

The water in postcode district B74 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 258 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 53 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 Sutton Coldfield

At 258 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How B74 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
B74 Sutton Coldfield
258 ppm
258 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

B73
Sutton Coldfield
257 ppm
B75
Sutton Coldfield
259 ppm
B76
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in B74 Sutton Coldfield?
The water in B74 Sutton Coldfield has a hardness level of 258 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 53 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies B74?
B74 Sutton Coldfield is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in B74 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 258 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 B74?
For hard water at 258 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 258 ppm water hardness mean?
258 ppm means there are 258 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 18.1 Clark degrees, 14.5 German degrees, or 25.8 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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