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Water Hardness in LE11 Loughborough

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Leicestershire, East Midlands

172 PPM 0 200 400
Moderately Hard
172
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
12°
Clark Degrees
9.6°
German Degrees (dH)
17.2°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Loughborough (LE11)

The water in postcode district LE11 is classified as moderately hard with a hardness level of 172 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 35 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

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

What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Noticeable limescale buildup in kettles and boilers
  • ~ Soap may not lather as easily
  • ~ Showerhead may need descaling periodically
  • ~ Slight film on glassware after washing

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How LE11 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
LE11 Loughborough
172 ppm
172 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

LE10
Hinckley
171 ppm
LE12
Loughborough
173 ppm
LE13
Melton Mowbray
174 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in LE11 Loughborough?
The water in LE11 Loughborough has a hardness level of 172 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as moderately hard. This is 35 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies LE11?
LE11 Loughborough is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the East Midlands region.
Is the water in LE11 safe to drink?
Yes. Moderately Hard water at 172 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 LE11?
At 172 ppm, the water in LE11 is moderately hard and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 172 ppm water hardness mean?
172 ppm means there are 172 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 12 Clark degrees, 9.6 German degrees, or 17.2 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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