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Water Hardness in DL3 Darlington

Supplied by Northumbrian Water • County Durham, North East

76 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
76
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
5.3°
Clark Degrees
4.3°
German Degrees (dH)
7.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Darlington (DL3)

The water in postcode district DL3 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 76 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 131 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 Slightly Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Minor limescale may appear in kettles over time
  • ~ Soap lathers reasonably well
  • ~ Appliances generally unaffected
  • ~ Good balance of mineral taste

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How DL3 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
DL3 Darlington
76 ppm
76 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

DL2
Darlington
75 ppm
DL4
Shildon
77 ppm
DL5
Newton Aycliffe
78 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in DL3 Darlington?
The water in DL3 Darlington has a hardness level of 76 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 131 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies DL3?
DL3 Darlington is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Northumbrian Water serves the North East region.
Is the water in DL3 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 76 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 DL3?
At 76 ppm, the water in DL3 is slightly hard and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 76 ppm water hardness mean?
76 ppm means there are 76 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 5.3 Clark degrees, 4.3 German degrees, or 7.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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