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Water Hardness in HU20 Cottingham

Supplied by Yorkshire Water • East Yorkshire, Yorkshire

0 200 400 267 ppm
Hard
267
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
18.7°
Clark Degrees
15°
German Degrees (dH)
26.7°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Cottingham (HU20)

The water in postcode district HU20 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 267 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 62 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire region. Yorkshire 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 Cottingham

At 267 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How HU20 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
HU20 Cottingham
267 ppm
267 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

HU19
Withernsea
243 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in HU20 Cottingham?
The water in HU20 Cottingham has a hardness level of 267 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 62 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies HU20?
HU20 Cottingham is supplied by Yorkshire Water. Yorkshire Water serves the Yorkshire region.
Is the water in HU20 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 267 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 HU20?
For hard water at 267 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 267 ppm water hardness mean?
267 ppm means there are 267 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 18.7 Clark degrees, 15 German degrees, or 26.7 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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