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Water Hardness in PO3 Portsmouth

Supplied by Portsmouth Water • Hampshire, South East

277 PPM 0 200 400
Hard
277
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
19.4°
Clark Degrees
15.5°
German Degrees (dH)
27.7°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Portsmouth (PO3)

The water in postcode district PO3 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 277 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 70 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Portsmouth Water, which serves the South East region. Portsmouth Water draws water from sources that naturally contain dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium compounds.

What Does Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ! Significant limescale buildup in kettles, pipes and boilers
  • ! Soap scum on shower screens and taps
  • ! Higher energy bills from scale in heating elements
  • ! Dry skin and dull hair after washing
  • ! White residue on dishes and glassware

Solutions for Hard Water in Portsmouth

At 277 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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Water2Buy W2B200 Water Softener

From ~£400

Best-value whole-house ion-exchange softener for UK homes. Eliminates limescale from pipes, boilers, and appliances. Digital metered regeneration — low salt use. 7-year warranty, suits 1–4 people.

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Philips AWP1775 Shower Filter

From ~£30

Instant improvement for skin and hair. Reduces chlorine and limescale at the showerhead — no plumbing needed. KDF filtration, cartridge lasts ~6 months. A great first step in a hard water area.

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BRITA Marella Water Filter Jug

From ~£20

UK's best-selling filter jug. Reduces limescale, chlorine, and metals for better-tasting tap water. Quick first step alongside a softener.

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How PO3 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
PO3 Portsmouth
277 ppm
277 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

PO2
Portsmouth
276 ppm
PO4
Southsea
278 ppm
PO5
Southsea
279 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in PO3 Portsmouth?
The water in PO3 Portsmouth has a hardness level of 277 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 70 ppm above the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies PO3?
PO3 Portsmouth is supplied by Portsmouth Water. Portsmouth Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in PO3 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 277 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 PO3?
For hard water at 277 ppm, a whole-house water softener is the most effective solution. You can also use a jug filter for drinking water, descaling products for appliances, and a shower filter for better skin and hair.
What does 277 ppm water hardness mean?
277 ppm means there are 277 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 19.4 Clark degrees, 15.5 German degrees, or 27.7 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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