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Water Hardness in SO19 Southampton

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Hampshire, South East

0 200 400 191 ppm
Hard
191
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
13.4°
Clark Degrees
10.7°
German Degrees (dH)
19.1°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Southampton (SO19)

The water in postcode district SO19 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 191 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 14 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 191 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How SO19 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
SO19 Southampton
191 ppm
191 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

SO18
Southampton
190 ppm
SO20
Stockbridge
215 ppm
SO21
Winchester
216 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in SO19 Southampton?
The water in SO19 Southampton has a hardness level of 191 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 14 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies SO19?
SO19 Southampton is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in SO19 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 191 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 SO19?
For hard water at 191 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 191 ppm water hardness mean?
191 ppm means there are 191 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 13.4 Clark degrees, 10.7 German degrees, or 19.1 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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