UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in FK1

Water supply analysis across 6 postcode sectors in FK1 (Scottish Water).

Outcode Avg Hardness25 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode FK1

Looking for water hardness metrics in FK1? Water supplied by Scottish Water in this outcode registers a baseline average of 25 PPM across 6 distinct postcode sectors.

Water chemistry can fluctuate across supply zones in FK1. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector FK1 1 at 25 PPM, whereas sector FK1 9 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 25 PPM.

Since FK1 enjoys soft water (25 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 FK1

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector FK1 1174 Postcodes • Soft
25 PPM1.8 °Clark

Hardest Sector in FK1

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector FK1 930 Postcodes • Soft
25 PPM1.8 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in FK1

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