UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in EX2

Water supply analysis across 7 postcode sectors in EX2 (South West Water).

Outcode Avg Hardness40 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode EX2

Analyzing water quality disclosures across all 7 postcode sectors in outcode EX2 reveals an average water hardness of 40 PPM (Soft Water). Public water supply across this area is managed by South West Water, responsible for treating and delivering water to residential households.

Water chemistry can fluctuate across supply zones in EX2. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector EX2 0 at 40 PPM, whereas sector EX2 9 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 40 PPM.

Since EX2 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 EX2

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector EX2 041 Postcodes • Soft
40 PPM2.8 °Clark

Hardest Sector in EX2

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector EX2 9241 Postcodes • Soft
40 PPM2.8 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in EX2

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