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Water Hardness in IG5 Ilford

Supplied by Thames Water • Greater London, London

306 PPM 0 200 400
Very Hard
306
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
21.4°
Clark Degrees
17.1°
German Degrees (dH)
30.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Ilford (IG5)

The water in postcode district IG5 is classified as very hard with a hardness level of 306 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 99 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.

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

What Does Very Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ! Heavy limescale requiring frequent descaling
  • ! Blocked showerheads and reduced water flow
  • ! Substantially higher energy bills from boiler scale
  • ! Dry, itchy skin and lifeless hair
  • ! White crusty deposits on taps and surfaces
  • ! Reduced lifespan of washing machines and dishwashers

Solutions for Hard Water in Ilford

At 306 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 IG5 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
IG5 Ilford
306 ppm
306 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

IG4
Ilford
305 ppm
IG6
Ilford
307 ppm
IG7
Chigwell
308 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in IG5 Ilford?
The water in IG5 Ilford has a hardness level of 306 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as very hard. This is 99 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies IG5?
IG5 Ilford is supplied by Thames Water. Thames Water serves the London region.
Is the water in IG5 safe to drink?
Yes. Very Hard water at 306 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 IG5?
For very hard water at 306 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 306 ppm water hardness mean?
306 ppm means there are 306 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 21.4 Clark degrees, 17.1 German degrees, or 30.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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