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Water Hardness in CT18 Folkestone

Supplied by Southern Water • Kent, South East

0 200 400 265 ppm
Hard
265
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
18.5°
Clark Degrees
14.8°
German Degrees (dH)
26.5°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Folkestone (CT18)

The water in postcode district CT18 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 265 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 60 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Southern Water, which serves the South East region. Southern 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 Folkestone

At 265 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How CT18 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
CT18 Folkestone
265 ppm
265 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

CT17
Dover
264 ppm
CT19
Folkestone
266 ppm
CT20
Folkestone
290 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in CT18 Folkestone?
The water in CT18 Folkestone has a hardness level of 265 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 60 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies CT18?
CT18 Folkestone is supplied by Southern Water. Southern Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in CT18 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 265 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 CT18?
For hard water at 265 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 265 ppm water hardness mean?
265 ppm means there are 265 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 18.5 Clark degrees, 14.8 German degrees, or 26.5 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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