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Water Hardness in B96 Redditch

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • West Midlands, West Midlands

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Moderately Hard
175
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
12.2°
Clark Degrees
9.8°
German Degrees (dH)
17.5°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Redditch (B96)

The water in postcode district B96 is classified as moderately hard with a hardness level of 175 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 32 ppm below 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 Moderately Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Noticeable limescale buildup in kettles and boilers
  • ~ Soap may not lather as easily
  • ~ Showerhead may need descaling periodically
  • ~ Slight film on glassware after washing

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How B96 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
B96 Redditch
175 ppm
175 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

B95
Henley In Arden
174 ppm
B97
Redditch
176 ppm
B98
Redditch
177 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in B96 Redditch?
The water in B96 Redditch has a hardness level of 175 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as moderately hard. This is 32 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies B96?
B96 Redditch is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in B96 safe to drink?
Yes. Moderately Hard water at 175 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 B96?
At 175 ppm, the water in B96 is moderately hard and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 175 ppm water hardness mean?
175 ppm means there are 175 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 12.2 Clark degrees, 9.8 German degrees, or 17.5 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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