UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in BH8

Water supply analysis across 3 postcode sectors in BH8 (South West Water).

Outcode Avg Hardness40 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode BH8

Looking for water hardness metrics in BH8? Water supplied by South West Water in this outcode registers a baseline average of 40 PPM across 3 distinct postcode sectors.

Water chemistry can fluctuate across supply zones in BH8. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector BH8 0 at 40 PPM, whereas sector BH8 9 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 40 PPM.

Since BH8 enjoys soft water (40 PPM), residents generally do not need dishwasher salt or heavy-duty limescale descalers. Standard detergent dosages are sufficient for laundry and dishwashing. Review the individual postcode sectors below to get precise dishwasher salt settings and limescale recommendations.

Softest Sector in BH8

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector BH8 0162 Postcodes • Soft
40 PPM2.8 °Clark

Hardest Sector in BH8

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector BH8 9236 Postcodes • Soft
40 PPM2.8 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in BH8

Select a postcode sector below to view exact water softener salt settings, limescale protection guides, and appliance recommendations.