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Water Hardness in BH16 Poole

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Dorset, South West

0 200 400 283 ppm
Hard
283
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
19.8°
Clark Degrees
15.9°
German Degrees (dH)
28.3°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Poole (BH16)

The water in postcode district BH16 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 283 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 78 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the South West 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 Poole

At 283 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How BH16 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
BH16 Poole
283 ppm
283 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

BH15
Poole
282 ppm
BH17
Poole
284 ppm
BH18
Broadstone
285 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in BH16 Poole?
The water in BH16 Poole has a hardness level of 283 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 78 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies BH16?
BH16 Poole is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in BH16 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 283 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 BH16?
For hard water at 283 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 283 ppm water hardness mean?
283 ppm means there are 283 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 19.8 Clark degrees, 15.9 German degrees, or 28.3 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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