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Water Hardness in NG6 Nottingham

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Nottinghamshire, East Midlands

0 200 400 266 ppm
Hard
266
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
18.6°
Clark Degrees
14.9°
German Degrees (dH)
26.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Nottingham (NG6)

The water in postcode district NG6 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 266 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 61 ppm above 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 Nottingham

At 266 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How NG6 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
NG6 Nottingham
266 ppm
266 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

NG5
Nottingham
265 ppm
NG7
Nottingham
267 ppm
NG8
Nottingham
268 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in NG6 Nottingham?
The water in NG6 Nottingham has a hardness level of 266 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 61 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies NG6?
NG6 Nottingham is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the East Midlands region.
Is the water in NG6 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 266 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 NG6?
For hard water at 266 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 266 ppm water hardness mean?
266 ppm means there are 266 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 18.6 Clark degrees, 14.9 German degrees, or 26.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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