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Water Hardness in ST13 Leek

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Staffordshire, West Midlands

0 200 400 194 ppm
Hard
194
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
13.6°
Clark Degrees
10.9°
German Degrees (dH)
19.4°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Leek (ST13)

The water in postcode district ST13 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 194 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 11 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands 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 Leek

At 194 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How ST13 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
ST13 Leek
194 ppm
194 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

ST12
Stoke On Trent
193 ppm
ST14
Uttoxeter
195 ppm
ST15
Stone
196 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in ST13 Leek?
The water in ST13 Leek has a hardness level of 194 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 11 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies ST13?
ST13 Leek is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in ST13 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 194 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 ST13?
For hard water at 194 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 194 ppm water hardness mean?
194 ppm means there are 194 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 13.6 Clark degrees, 10.9 German degrees, or 19.4 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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