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Water Hardness in SY5 Shrewsbury

Supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) • Mid Wales, Wales

46 PPM 0 200 400
Soft
46
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
3.2°
Clark Degrees
2.6°
German Degrees (dH)
4.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Shrewsbury (SY5)

The water in postcode district SY5 is classified as soft with a hardness level of 46 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 161 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru), which serves the Wales region. Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) 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 SY5 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
SY5 Shrewsbury
46 ppm
46 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

SY4
Shrewsbury
45 ppm
SY6
Church Stretton
47 ppm
SY7
Craven Arms
48 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in SY5 Shrewsbury?
The water in SY5 Shrewsbury has a hardness level of 46 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as soft. This is 161 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies SY5?
SY5 Shrewsbury is supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru). Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) serves the Wales region.
Is the water in SY5 safe to drink?
Yes. Soft water at 46 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 SY5?
At 46 ppm, the water in SY5 is soft and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 46 ppm water hardness mean?
46 ppm means there are 46 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 3.2 Clark degrees, 2.6 German degrees, or 4.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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