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Water Hardness in DL5 Newton Aycliffe

Supplied by Northumbrian Water • County Durham, North East

78 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
78
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
5.5°
Clark Degrees
4.4°
German Degrees (dH)
7.8°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Newton Aycliffe (DL5)

The water in postcode district DL5 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 78 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 129 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 DL5 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
DL5 Newton Aycliffe
78 ppm
78 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

DL4
Shildon
77 ppm
DL6
Northallerton
79 ppm
DL7
Northallerton
80 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in DL5 Newton Aycliffe?
The water in DL5 Newton Aycliffe has a hardness level of 78 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 129 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies DL5?
DL5 Newton Aycliffe is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Northumbrian Water serves the North East region.
Is the water in DL5 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 78 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 DL5?
At 78 ppm, the water in DL5 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 78 ppm water hardness mean?
78 ppm means there are 78 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 5.5 Clark degrees, 4.4 German degrees, or 7.8 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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