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Water Hardness in OL5 Ashton Under Lyne

Supplied by United Utilities • Greater Manchester, North West

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 Ashton Under Lyne (OL5)

The water in postcode district OL5 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 United Utilities, which serves the North West region. United Utilities 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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At 50 ppm, your water is soft. A home testing kit lets you verify the exact hardness and check for other contaminants.

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How OL5 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
OL5 Ashton Under Lyne
50 ppm
50 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

OL4
Oldham
49 ppm
OL6
Ashton Under Lyne
51 ppm
OL7
Ashton Under Lyne
52 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in OL5 Ashton Under Lyne?
The water in OL5 Ashton Under Lyne 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 OL5?
OL5 Ashton Under Lyne is supplied by United Utilities. United Utilities serves the North West region.
Is the water in OL5 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 OL5?
At 50 ppm, the water in OL5 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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