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Water Hardness in PO18 Chichester

Supplied by Portsmouth Water • Hampshire, South East

0 200 400 260 ppm
Hard
260
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
18.2°
Clark Degrees
14.6°
German Degrees (dH)
26°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Chichester (PO18)

The water in postcode district PO18 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 260 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 55 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 Chichester

At 260 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How PO18 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
PO18 Chichester
260 ppm
260 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

PO17
Fareham
259 ppm
PO19
Chichester
261 ppm
PO20
Chichester
285 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in PO18 Chichester?
The water in PO18 Chichester has a hardness level of 260 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 55 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies PO18?
PO18 Chichester is supplied by Portsmouth Water. Portsmouth Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in PO18 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 260 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 PO18?
For hard water at 260 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 260 ppm water hardness mean?
260 ppm means there are 260 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 18.2 Clark degrees, 14.6 German degrees, or 26 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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