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Water Hardness in DE6 Ashbourne

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Derbyshire, East Midlands

182 PPM 0 200 400
Hard
182
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
12.7°
Clark Degrees
10.2°
German Degrees (dH)
18.2°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Ashbourne (DE6)

The water in postcode district DE6 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 182 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 25 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the East 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 Ashbourne

At 182 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 DE6 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
DE6 Ashbourne
182 ppm
182 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

DE5
Ripley
181 ppm
DE7
Ilkeston
183 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in DE6 Ashbourne?
The water in DE6 Ashbourne has a hardness level of 182 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 25 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies DE6?
DE6 Ashbourne is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the East Midlands region.
Is the water in DE6 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 182 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 DE6?
For hard water at 182 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 182 ppm water hardness mean?
182 ppm means there are 182 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 12.7 Clark degrees, 10.2 German degrees, or 18.2 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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