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Water Hardness in GL10 Stonehouse

Supplied by Wessex Water • Gloucestershire, South West

249 PPM 0 200 400
Hard
249
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
17.4°
Clark Degrees
14°
German Degrees (dH)
24.9°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Stonehouse (GL10)

The water in postcode district GL10 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 249 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 42 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Wessex Water, which serves the South West region. Wessex Water draws water from sources that naturally contain dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium compounds.

What Does Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ! Significant limescale buildup in kettles, pipes and boilers
  • ! Soap scum on shower screens and taps
  • ! Higher energy bills from scale in heating elements
  • ! Dry skin and dull hair after washing
  • ! White residue on dishes and glassware

Solutions for Hard Water in Stonehouse

At 249 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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Water2Buy W2B200 Water Softener

From ~£400

Best-value whole-house ion-exchange softener for UK homes. Eliminates limescale from pipes, boilers, and appliances. Digital metered regeneration — low salt use. 7-year warranty, suits 1–4 people.

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Philips AWP1775 Shower Filter

From ~£30

Instant improvement for skin and hair. Reduces chlorine and limescale at the showerhead — no plumbing needed. KDF filtration, cartridge lasts ~6 months. A great first step in a hard water area.

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BRITA Marella Water Filter Jug

From ~£20

UK's best-selling filter jug. Reduces limescale, chlorine, and metals for better-tasting tap water. Quick first step alongside a softener.

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How GL10 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
GL10 Stonehouse
249 ppm
249 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

GL9
Badminton
210 ppm
GL11
Dursley
250 ppm
GL12
Wotton Under Edge
251 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in GL10 Stonehouse?
The water in GL10 Stonehouse has a hardness level of 249 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 42 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies GL10?
GL10 Stonehouse is supplied by Wessex Water. Wessex Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in GL10 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 249 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 GL10?
For hard water at 249 ppm, a whole-house water softener is the most effective solution. You can also use a jug filter for drinking water, descaling products for appliances, and a shower filter for better skin and hair.
What does 249 ppm water hardness mean?
249 ppm means there are 249 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 17.4 Clark degrees, 14 German degrees, or 24.9 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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