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Water Hardness in BH19 Swanage

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Dorset, South West

0 200 400 286 ppm
Hard
286
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
20°
Clark Degrees
16°
German Degrees (dH)
28.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Swanage (BH19)

The water in postcode district BH19 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 286 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 81 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 Swanage

At 286 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How BH19 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
BH19 Swanage
286 ppm
286 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

BH18
Broadstone
285 ppm
BH20
Wareham
159 ppm
BH21
Wimborne
160 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in BH19 Swanage?
The water in BH19 Swanage has a hardness level of 286 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 81 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies BH19?
BH19 Swanage is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in BH19 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 286 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 BH19?
For hard water at 286 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 286 ppm water hardness mean?
286 ppm means there are 286 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 20 Clark degrees, 16 German degrees, or 28.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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