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Water Hardness in SO14 Southampton

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Hampshire, South East

0 200 400 186 ppm
Hard
186
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
13°
Clark Degrees
10.4°
German Degrees (dH)
18.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Southampton (SO14)

The water in postcode district SO14 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 186 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 19 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the South East 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 Southampton

At 186 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How SO14 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
SO14 Southampton
186 ppm
186 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

SO15
Southampton
187 ppm
SO16
Southampton
188 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in SO14 Southampton?
The water in SO14 Southampton has a hardness level of 186 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 19 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies SO14?
SO14 Southampton is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in SO14 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 186 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 SO14?
For hard water at 186 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 186 ppm water hardness mean?
186 ppm means there are 186 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 13 Clark degrees, 10.4 German degrees, or 18.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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