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Water Hardness in TQ11 Buckfastleigh

Supplied by South West Water • Devon, South West

29 PPM 0 200 400
Soft
29
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
2°
Clark Degrees
1.6°
German Degrees (dH)
2.9°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Buckfastleigh (TQ11)

The water in postcode district TQ11 is classified as soft with a hardness level of 29 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 178 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by South West Water, which serves the South West region. South West 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 TQ11 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
TQ11 Buckfastleigh
29 ppm
29 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

TQ10
South Brent
28 ppm
TQ12
Newton Abbot
30 ppm
TQ13
Newton Abbot
31 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in TQ11 Buckfastleigh?
The water in TQ11 Buckfastleigh has a hardness level of 29 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as soft. This is 178 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies TQ11?
TQ11 Buckfastleigh is supplied by South West Water. South West Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in TQ11 safe to drink?
Yes. Soft water at 29 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 TQ11?
At 29 ppm, the water in TQ11 is soft and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 29 ppm water hardness mean?
29 ppm means there are 29 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 2 Clark degrees, 1.6 German degrees, or 2.9 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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