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Water Hardness in NN11 Daventry

Supplied by Anglian Water • Northamptonshire, East Midlands

0 200 400 256 ppm
Hard
256
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
17.9°
Clark Degrees
14.3°
German Degrees (dH)
25.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Daventry (NN11)

The water in postcode district NN11 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 256 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 51 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Anglian Water, which serves the East Midlands region. Anglian 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 Daventry

At 256 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How NN11 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
NN11 Daventry
256 ppm
256 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

NN10
Rushden
255 ppm
NN12
Towcester
257 ppm
NN13
Brackley
258 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in NN11 Daventry?
The water in NN11 Daventry has a hardness level of 256 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 51 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies NN11?
NN11 Daventry is supplied by Anglian Water. Anglian Water serves the East Midlands region.
Is the water in NN11 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 256 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 NN11?
For hard water at 256 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 256 ppm water hardness mean?
256 ppm means there are 256 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 17.9 Clark degrees, 14.3 German degrees, or 25.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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