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Water Hardness in TR5 St Agnes

Supplied by South West Water • Cornwall, South West

103 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
103
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
7.2°
Clark Degrees
5.8°
German Degrees (dH)
10.3°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in St Agnes (TR5)

The water in postcode district TR5 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 103 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 104 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 Slightly Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Minor limescale may appear in kettles over time
  • ~ Soap lathers reasonably well
  • ~ Appliances generally unaffected
  • ~ Good balance of mineral taste

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How TR5 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
TR5 St Agnes
103 ppm
103 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

TR4
Truro
102 ppm
TR6
Perranporth
104 ppm
TR7
Newquay
105 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in TR5 St Agnes?
The water in TR5 St Agnes has a hardness level of 103 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 104 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies TR5?
TR5 St Agnes is supplied by South West Water. South West Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in TR5 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 103 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 TR5?
At 103 ppm, the water in TR5 is slightly hard and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 103 ppm water hardness mean?
103 ppm means there are 103 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 7.2 Clark degrees, 5.8 German degrees, or 10.3 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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