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Water Hardness in ST9 Stoke On Trent

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Staffordshire, West Midlands

0 200 400 254 ppm
Hard
254
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
17.8°
Clark Degrees
14.2°
German Degrees (dH)
25.4°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Stoke On Trent (ST9)

The water in postcode district ST9 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 254 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 49 ppm above 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 Stoke On Trent

At 254 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How ST9 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
ST9 Stoke On Trent
254 ppm
254 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

ST8
Stoke On Trent
253 ppm
ST10
Stoke On Trent
191 ppm
ST11
Stoke On Trent
192 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in ST9 Stoke On Trent?
The water in ST9 Stoke On Trent has a hardness level of 254 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 49 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies ST9?
ST9 Stoke On Trent is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in ST9 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 254 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 ST9?
For hard water at 254 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 254 ppm water hardness mean?
254 ppm means there are 254 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 17.8 Clark degrees, 14.2 German degrees, or 25.4 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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