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Water Hardness in ST17 Stafford

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Staffordshire, West Midlands

0 200 400 198 ppm
Hard
198
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
13.9°
Clark Degrees
11.1°
German Degrees (dH)
19.8°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Stafford (ST17)

The water in postcode district ST17 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 198 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 7 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 Stafford

At 198 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How ST17 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
ST17 Stafford
198 ppm
198 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

ST16
Stafford
197 ppm
ST18
Stafford
199 ppm
ST19
Stafford
200 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in ST17 Stafford?
The water in ST17 Stafford has a hardness level of 198 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 7 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies ST17?
ST17 Stafford is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in ST17 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 198 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 ST17?
For hard water at 198 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 198 ppm water hardness mean?
198 ppm means there are 198 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 13.9 Clark degrees, 11.1 German degrees, or 19.8 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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