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Water Hardness in DH3 Chester Le Street

Supplied by Northumbrian Water • County Durham, North East

146 PPM 0 200 400
Moderately Hard
146
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
10.2°
Clark Degrees
8.2°
German Degrees (dH)
14.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Chester Le Street (DH3)

The water in postcode district DH3 is classified as moderately hard with a hardness level of 146 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 61 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Northumbrian Water, which serves the North East region. Northumbrian 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 DH3 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
DH3 Chester Le Street
146 ppm
146 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

DH2
Chester Le Street
145 ppm
DH4
Houghton Le Spring
147 ppm
DH5
Houghton Le Spring
148 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in DH3 Chester Le Street?
The water in DH3 Chester Le Street has a hardness level of 146 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as moderately hard. This is 61 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies DH3?
DH3 Chester Le Street is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Northumbrian Water serves the North East region.
Is the water in DH3 safe to drink?
Yes. Moderately Hard water at 146 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 DH3?
At 146 ppm, the water in DH3 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 146 ppm water hardness mean?
146 ppm means there are 146 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 10.2 Clark degrees, 8.2 German degrees, or 14.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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