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Water Hardness in TF12 Broseley

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Shropshire, West Midlands

0 200 400 197 ppm
Hard
197
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
13.8°
Clark Degrees
11°
German Degrees (dH)
19.7°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Broseley (TF12)

The water in postcode district TF12 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 197 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 8 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 Broseley

At 197 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How TF12 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
TF12 Broseley
197 ppm
197 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

TF11
Shifnal
196 ppm
TF13
Much Wenlock
198 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in TF12 Broseley?
The water in TF12 Broseley has a hardness level of 197 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 8 ppm below the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies TF12?
TF12 Broseley is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in TF12 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 197 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 TF12?
For hard water at 197 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 197 ppm water hardness mean?
197 ppm means there are 197 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 13.8 Clark degrees, 11 German degrees, or 19.7 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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