UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in PL26

Water supply analysis across 3 postcode sectors in PL26 (South West Water).

Outcode Avg Hardness40 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode PL26

Looking for water hardness metrics in PL26? 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 PL26. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector PL26 6 at 40 PPM, whereas sector PL26 8 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 40 PPM.

Since PL26 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 PL26

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector PL26 6222 Postcodes • Soft
40 PPM2.8 °Clark

Hardest Sector in PL26

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector PL26 8365 Postcodes • Soft
40 PPM2.8 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in PL26

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