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Water Hardness in GL12 Wotton Under Edge

Supplied by Wessex Water • Gloucestershire, South West

0 200 400 251 ppm
Hard
251
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
17.6°
Clark Degrees
14.1°
German Degrees (dH)
25.1°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Wotton Under Edge (GL12)

The water in postcode district GL12 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 251 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 46 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 Wotton Under Edge

At 251 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How GL12 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
GL12 Wotton Under Edge
251 ppm
251 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

GL11
Dursley
250 ppm
GL13
Berkeley
252 ppm
GL14
Cinderford
253 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in GL12 Wotton Under Edge?
The water in GL12 Wotton Under Edge has a hardness level of 251 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 46 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies GL12?
GL12 Wotton Under Edge is supplied by Wessex Water. Wessex Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in GL12 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 251 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 GL12?
For hard water at 251 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 251 ppm water hardness mean?
251 ppm means there are 251 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 17.6 Clark degrees, 14.1 German degrees, or 25.1 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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