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Water Hardness in NE36 East Boldon

Supplied by Northumbrian Water • Tyne And Wear, North East

50 PPM 0 200 400
Soft
50
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
3.5°
Clark Degrees
2.8°
German Degrees (dH)
5°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in East Boldon (NE36)

The water in postcode district NE36 is classified as soft with a hardness level of 50 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 157 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 Soft Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Soap lathers easily with less product needed
  • ~ Minimal limescale buildup in appliances
  • ~ Gentle on skin and hair
  • ~ May taste slightly flat compared to harder water

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How NE36 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
NE36 East Boldon
50 ppm
50 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

NE35
Boldon Colliery
150 ppm
NE37
Washington
51 ppm
NE38
Washington
52 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in NE36 East Boldon?
The water in NE36 East Boldon has a hardness level of 50 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as soft. This is 157 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies NE36?
NE36 East Boldon is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Northumbrian Water serves the North East region.
Is the water in NE36 safe to drink?
Yes. Soft water at 50 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 NE36?
At 50 ppm, the water in NE36 is soft and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 50 ppm water hardness mean?
50 ppm means there are 50 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 3.5 Clark degrees, 2.8 German degrees, or 5 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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