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Water Hardness in PO6 Portsmouth

Supplied by Portsmouth Water • Hampshire, South East

0 200 400 280 ppm
Hard
280
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
19.6°
Clark Degrees
15.7°
German Degrees (dH)
28°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Portsmouth (PO6)

The water in postcode district PO6 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 280 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 75 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 Portsmouth

At 280 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How PO6 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
PO6 Portsmouth
280 ppm
280 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

PO5
Southsea
279 ppm
PO7
Waterlooville
281 ppm
PO8
Waterlooville
282 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in PO6 Portsmouth?
The water in PO6 Portsmouth has a hardness level of 280 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 75 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies PO6?
PO6 Portsmouth is supplied by Portsmouth Water. Portsmouth Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in PO6 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 280 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 PO6?
For hard water at 280 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 280 ppm water hardness mean?
280 ppm means there are 280 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 19.6 Clark degrees, 15.7 German degrees, or 28 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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