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Water Hardness in GL11 Dursley

Supplied by Wessex Water • Gloucestershire, South West

0 200 400 250 ppm
Hard
250
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
17.5°
Clark Degrees
14°
German Degrees (dH)
25°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Dursley (GL11)

The water in postcode district GL11 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 250 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 45 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West region. Wessex 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 Dursley

At 250 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How GL11 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
GL11 Dursley
250 ppm
250 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

GL10
Stonehouse
249 ppm
GL12
Wotton Under Edge
251 ppm
GL13
Berkeley
252 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in GL11 Dursley?
The water in GL11 Dursley has a hardness level of 250 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 45 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies GL11?
GL11 Dursley is supplied by Wessex Water. Wessex Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in GL11 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 250 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 GL11?
For hard water at 250 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 250 ppm water hardness mean?
250 ppm means there are 250 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 17.5 Clark degrees, 14 German degrees, or 25 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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