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Water Hardness in DE7 Ilkeston

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Derbyshire, East Midlands

0 200 400 183 ppm
Hard
183
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
12.8°
Clark Degrees
10.3°
German Degrees (dH)
18.3°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Ilkeston (DE7)

The water in postcode district DE7 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 183 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 22 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the East Midlands 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 Ilkeston

At 183 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How DE7 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
DE7 Ilkeston
183 ppm
183 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

DE6
Ashbourne
182 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in DE7 Ilkeston?
The water in DE7 Ilkeston has a hardness level of 183 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 22 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies DE7?
DE7 Ilkeston is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the East Midlands region.
Is the water in DE7 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 183 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 DE7?
For hard water at 183 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 183 ppm water hardness mean?
183 ppm means there are 183 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 12.8 Clark degrees, 10.3 German degrees, or 18.3 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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