Water Hardness in Forest of Dean Zone 14
Forest of Dean Zone 14 has hard water at 272.1 mg/l CaCO₃. This is above the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You may notice limescale buildup on taps, in kettles, and around showerheads.
272.1
mg/l CaCO₃
What Does Hard Water Mean?
With a hardness of 272.1 mg/l, Forest of Dean Zone 14 has hard water. This level of hardness is common in areas supplied from chalk and limestone aquifers in the South East of England.
You will likely notice white limescale deposits on taps, showerheads, and inside your kettle. Over time, limescale can reduce the efficiency of boilers and heating systems, increasing energy costs. A water softener can help prevent these issues.
Water Supplier
- Water Company
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- Forest of Dean Zone 14
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Gloucestershire Treatment Works
Full Water Quality Report for Forest of Dean Zone 14
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