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Water Hardness in BH5 Bournemouth

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Dorset, South West

0 200 400 216 ppm
Hard
216
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
15.1°
Clark Degrees
12.1°
German Degrees (dH)
21.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Bournemouth (BH5)

The water in postcode district BH5 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 216 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 11 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 Bournemouth

At 216 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How BH5 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
BH5 Bournemouth
216 ppm
216 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

BH4
Bournemouth
215 ppm
BH6
Bournemouth
217 ppm
BH7
Bournemouth
218 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in BH5 Bournemouth?
The water in BH5 Bournemouth has a hardness level of 216 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 11 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies BH5?
BH5 Bournemouth is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in BH5 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 216 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 BH5?
For hard water at 216 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 216 ppm water hardness mean?
216 ppm means there are 216 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 15.1 Clark degrees, 12.1 German degrees, or 21.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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