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Water Hardness in FY2 Blackpool

Supplied by United Utilities • Lancashire, North West

113 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
113
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
7.9°
Clark Degrees
6.3°
German Degrees (dH)
11.3°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Blackpool (FY2)

The water in postcode district FY2 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 113 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 94 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West region. United Utilities 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 FY2 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
FY2 Blackpool
113 ppm
113 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

FY1
Blackpool
112 ppm
FY3
Blackpool
114 ppm
FY4
Blackpool
115 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in FY2 Blackpool?
The water in FY2 Blackpool has a hardness level of 113 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 94 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies FY2?
FY2 Blackpool is supplied by United Utilities. United Utilities serves the North West region.
Is the water in FY2 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 113 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 FY2?
At 113 ppm, the water in FY2 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 113 ppm water hardness mean?
113 ppm means there are 113 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 7.9 Clark degrees, 6.3 German degrees, or 11.3 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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