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Water Hardness in NE38 Washington

Supplied by Northumbrian Water • Tyne And Wear, North East

52 PPM 0 200 400
Soft
52
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
3.6°
Clark Degrees
2.9°
German Degrees (dH)
5.2°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Washington (NE38)

The water in postcode district NE38 is classified as soft with a hardness level of 52 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 155 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 NE38 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
NE38 Washington
52 ppm
52 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

NE37
Washington
51 ppm
NE39
Rowlands Gill
53 ppm
NE40
Ryton
77 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in NE38 Washington?
The water in NE38 Washington has a hardness level of 52 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as soft. This is 155 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies NE38?
NE38 Washington is supplied by Northumbrian Water. Northumbrian Water serves the North East region.
Is the water in NE38 safe to drink?
Yes. Soft water at 52 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 NE38?
At 52 ppm, the water in NE38 is soft and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 52 ppm water hardness mean?
52 ppm means there are 52 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 3.6 Clark degrees, 2.9 German degrees, or 5.2 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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