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Water Hardness in ME18 Maidstone

Supplied by Southern Water • Kent, South East

0 200 400 228 ppm
Hard
228
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
16°
Clark Degrees
12.8°
German Degrees (dH)
22.8°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Maidstone (ME18)

The water in postcode district ME18 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 228 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 23 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 Maidstone

At 228 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How ME18 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
ME18 Maidstone
228 ppm
228 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

ME17
Maidstone
227 ppm
ME19
West Malling
229 ppm
ME20
Aylesford
253 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in ME18 Maidstone?
The water in ME18 Maidstone has a hardness level of 228 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 23 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies ME18?
ME18 Maidstone is supplied by Southern Water. Southern Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in ME18 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 228 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 ME18?
For hard water at 228 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 228 ppm water hardness mean?
228 ppm means there are 228 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 16 Clark degrees, 12.8 German degrees, or 22.8 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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