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Water Hardness in PO12 Gosport

Supplied by Portsmouth Water • Hampshire, South East

0 200 400 254 ppm
Hard
254
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
17.8°
Clark Degrees
14.2°
German Degrees (dH)
25.4°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Gosport (PO12)

The water in postcode district PO12 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 254 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 49 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Portsmouth Water, which serves the South East region. Portsmouth 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 Gosport

At 254 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How PO12 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
PO12 Gosport
254 ppm
254 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

PO11
Hayling Island
253 ppm
PO13
Gosport
255 ppm
PO14
Fareham
256 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in PO12 Gosport?
The water in PO12 Gosport has a hardness level of 254 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 49 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies PO12?
PO12 Gosport is supplied by Portsmouth Water. Portsmouth Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in PO12 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 254 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 PO12?
For hard water at 254 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 254 ppm water hardness mean?
254 ppm means there are 254 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 17.8 Clark degrees, 14.2 German degrees, or 25.4 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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