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Water Hardness in NE22 Bedlington

Supplied by Northumbrian Water • Tyne And Wear, North East

114 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
114
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
8°
Clark Degrees
6.4°
German Degrees (dH)
11.4°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Bedlington (NE22)

The water in postcode district NE22 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 114 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 93 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 NE22 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
NE22 Bedlington
114 ppm
114 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

NE21
Blaydon On Tyne
113 ppm
NE23
Cramlington
115 ppm
NE24
Blyth
116 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in NE22 Bedlington?
The water in NE22 Bedlington has a hardness level of 114 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 93 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies NE22?
NE22 Bedlington is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Northumbrian Water serves the North East region.
Is the water in NE22 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 114 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 NE22?
At 114 ppm, the water in NE22 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 114 ppm water hardness mean?
114 ppm means there are 114 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 8 Clark degrees, 6.4 German degrees, or 11.4 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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