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Water Hardness in NE17 Newcastle Upon Tyne

Supplied by Northumbrian Water • Tyne And Wear, North East

86 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
86
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
6°
Clark Degrees
4.8°
German Degrees (dH)
8.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE17)

The water in postcode district NE17 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 86 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 121 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Northumbrian Water, which serves the North East region. Northumbrian Water 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 NE17 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
NE17 Newcastle Upon Tyne
86 ppm
86 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

NE16
Newcastle Upon Tyne
85 ppm
NE18
Newcastle Upon Tyne
87 ppm
NE19
Newcastle Upon Tyne
88 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in NE17 Newcastle Upon Tyne?
The water in NE17 Newcastle Upon Tyne has a hardness level of 86 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 121 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies NE17?
NE17 Newcastle Upon Tyne is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Northumbrian Water serves the North East region.
Is the water in NE17 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 86 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 NE17?
At 86 ppm, the water in NE17 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 86 ppm water hardness mean?
86 ppm means there are 86 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 6 Clark degrees, 4.8 German degrees, or 8.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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