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Water Hardness in HR4 Hereford

Supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) • Herefordshire, West Midlands

56 PPM 0 200 400
Soft
56
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
3.9°
Clark Degrees
3.1°
German Degrees (dH)
5.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Hereford (HR4)

The water in postcode district HR4 is classified as soft with a hardness level of 56 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 151 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru), which serves the West Midlands region. Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) draws water from sources that naturally contain dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium compounds.

What Does Soft Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Soap lathers easily with less product needed
  • ~ Minimal limescale buildup in appliances
  • ~ Gentle on skin and hair
  • ~ May taste slightly flat compared to harder water

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How HR4 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
HR4 Hereford
56 ppm
56 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

HR3
Hereford
55 ppm
HR5
Kington
57 ppm
HR6
Leominster
58 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in HR4 Hereford?
The water in HR4 Hereford has a hardness level of 56 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as soft. This is 151 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies HR4?
HR4 Hereford is supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru). Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) serves the West Midlands region.
Is the water in HR4 safe to drink?
Yes. Soft water at 56 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 HR4?
At 56 ppm, the water in HR4 is soft and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 56 ppm water hardness mean?
56 ppm means there are 56 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 3.9 Clark degrees, 3.1 German degrees, or 5.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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