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Water Hardness in DH4 Houghton Le Spring

Supplied by Northumbrian Water • County Durham, North East

147 PPM 0 200 400
Moderately Hard
147
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
10.3°
Clark Degrees
8.2°
German Degrees (dH)
14.7°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Houghton Le Spring (DH4)

The water in postcode district DH4 is classified as moderately hard with a hardness level of 147 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 60 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 DH4 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
DH4 Houghton Le Spring
147 ppm
147 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

DH3
Chester Le Street
146 ppm
DH5
Houghton Le Spring
148 ppm
DH6
Durham
149 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in DH4 Houghton Le Spring?
The water in DH4 Houghton Le Spring has a hardness level of 147 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as moderately hard. This is 60 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies DH4?
DH4 Houghton Le Spring is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Northumbrian Water serves the North East region.
Is the water in DH4 safe to drink?
Yes. Moderately Hard water at 147 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 DH4?
At 147 ppm, the water in DH4 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 147 ppm water hardness mean?
147 ppm means there are 147 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 10.3 Clark degrees, 8.2 German degrees, or 14.7 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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