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Water Hardness in LE16 Market Harborough

Supplied by Severn Trent Water • Leicestershire, East Midlands

177 PPM 0 200 400
Moderately Hard
177
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
12.4°
Clark Degrees
9.9°
German Degrees (dH)
17.7°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Market Harborough (LE16)

The water in postcode district LE16 is classified as moderately hard with a hardness level of 177 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 30 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 LE16 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
LE16 Market Harborough
177 ppm
177 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

LE15
Oakham
176 ppm
LE17
Lutterworth
178 ppm
LE18
Wigston
179 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in LE16 Market Harborough?
The water in LE16 Market Harborough has a hardness level of 177 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as moderately hard. This is 30 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies LE16?
LE16 Market Harborough is supplied by Severn Trent Water. Severn Trent Water serves the East Midlands region.
Is the water in LE16 safe to drink?
Yes. Moderately Hard water at 177 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 LE16?
At 177 ppm, the water in LE16 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 177 ppm water hardness mean?
177 ppm means there are 177 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 12.4 Clark degrees, 9.9 German degrees, or 17.7 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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