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Water Hardness in ME16 Maidstone

Supplied by Southern Water • Kent, South East

226 PPM 0 200 400
Hard
226
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
15.8°
Clark Degrees
12.7°
German Degrees (dH)
22.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Maidstone (ME16)

The water in postcode district ME16 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 226 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 19 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.

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

What Does Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ! Significant limescale buildup in kettles, pipes and boilers
  • ! Soap scum on shower screens and taps
  • ! Higher energy bills from scale in heating elements
  • ! Dry skin and dull hair after washing
  • ! White residue on dishes and glassware

Solutions for Hard Water in Maidstone

At 226 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 ME16 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
ME16 Maidstone
226 ppm
226 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

ME15
Maidstone
225 ppm
ME17
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227 ppm
ME18
Maidstone
228 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in ME16 Maidstone?
The water in ME16 Maidstone has a hardness level of 226 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 19 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies ME16?
ME16 Maidstone is supplied by Southern Water. Southern Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in ME16 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 226 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 ME16?
For hard water at 226 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 226 ppm water hardness mean?
226 ppm means there are 226 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 15.8 Clark degrees, 12.7 German degrees, or 22.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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