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Water Hardness in LL59 Menai Bridge

Supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) • North Wales, Wales

74 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
74
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
5.2°
Clark Degrees
4.1°
German Degrees (dH)
7.4°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Menai Bridge (LL59)

The water in postcode district LL59 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 74 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 133 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

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

What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Minor limescale may appear in kettles over time
  • ~ Soap lathers reasonably well
  • ~ Appliances generally unaffected
  • ~ Good balance of mineral taste

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How LL59 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
LL59 Menai Bridge
74 ppm
74 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

LL58
Beaumaris
73 ppm
LL60
Gaerwen
98 ppm
LL61
Llanfairpwllgwyngyll
99 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in LL59 Menai Bridge?
The water in LL59 Menai Bridge has a hardness level of 74 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 133 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies LL59?
LL59 Menai Bridge is supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru). Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) serves the Wales region.
Is the water in LL59 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 74 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 LL59?
At 74 ppm, the water in LL59 is slightly hard and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 74 ppm water hardness mean?
74 ppm means there are 74 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 5.2 Clark degrees, 4.1 German degrees, or 7.4 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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