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Water Hardness in ST14 Uttoxeter

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Staffordshire, West Midlands

0 200 400 195 ppm
Hard
195
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
13.6°
Clark Degrees
10.9°
German Degrees (dH)
19.5°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Uttoxeter (ST14)

The water in postcode district ST14 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 195 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 10 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 Uttoxeter

At 195 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How ST14 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
ST14 Uttoxeter
195 ppm
195 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

ST13
Leek
194 ppm
ST15
Stone
196 ppm
ST16
Stafford
197 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in ST14 Uttoxeter?
The water in ST14 Uttoxeter has a hardness level of 195 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 10 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies ST14?
ST14 Uttoxeter is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in ST14 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 195 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 ST14?
For hard water at 195 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 195 ppm water hardness mean?
195 ppm means there are 195 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 13.6 Clark degrees, 10.9 German degrees, or 19.5 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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