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Water Hardness in BH6 Bournemouth

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Dorset, South West

0 200 400 217 ppm
Hard
217
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
15.2°
Clark Degrees
12.2°
German Degrees (dH)
21.7°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Bournemouth (BH6)

The water in postcode district BH6 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 217 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 12 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 217 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How BH6 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
BH6 Bournemouth
217 ppm
217 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

BH5
Bournemouth
216 ppm
BH7
Bournemouth
218 ppm
BH8
Bournemouth
219 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in BH6 Bournemouth?
The water in BH6 Bournemouth has a hardness level of 217 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 12 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies BH6?
BH6 Bournemouth is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in BH6 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 217 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 BH6?
For hard water at 217 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 217 ppm water hardness mean?
217 ppm means there are 217 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 15.2 Clark degrees, 12.2 German degrees, or 21.7 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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