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Water Hardness in B28 Birmingham

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • West Midlands, West Midlands

248 PPM 0 200 400
Hard
248
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
17.4°
Clark Degrees
13.9°
German Degrees (dH)
24.8°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Birmingham (B28)

The water in postcode district B28 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 248 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 41 ppm above the UK national average of 207 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 Birmingham

At 248 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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Water2Buy W2B200 Water Softener

From ~£400

Best-value whole-house ion-exchange softener for UK homes. Eliminates limescale from pipes, boilers, and appliances. Digital metered regeneration — low salt use. 7-year warranty, suits 1–4 people.

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Philips AWP1775 Shower Filter

From ~£30

Instant improvement for skin and hair. Reduces chlorine and limescale at the showerhead — no plumbing needed. KDF filtration, cartridge lasts ~6 months. A great first step in a hard water area.

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BRITA Marella Water Filter Jug

From ~£20

UK's best-selling filter jug. Reduces limescale, chlorine, and metals for better-tasting tap water. Quick first step alongside a softener.

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How B28 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
B28 Birmingham
248 ppm
248 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

B27
Birmingham
247 ppm
B29
Birmingham
249 ppm
B30
Birmingham
273 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in B28 Birmingham?
The water in B28 Birmingham has a hardness level of 248 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 41 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies B28?
B28 Birmingham is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in B28 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 248 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 B28?
For hard water at 248 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 248 ppm water hardness mean?
248 ppm means there are 248 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 17.4 Clark degrees, 13.9 German degrees, or 24.8 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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