UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in SO42

Water supply analysis across 1 postcode sectors in SO42 (South West Water).

Outcode Avg Hardness40 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode SO42

Analyzing water quality disclosures across all 1 postcode sectors in outcode SO42 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 SO42. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector SO42 7 at 40 PPM, whereas sector SO42 7 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 40 PPM.

Since SO42 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 SO42

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector SO42 7164 Postcodes • Soft
40 PPM2.8 °Clark

Hardest Sector in SO42

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector SO42 7164 Postcodes • Soft
40 PPM2.8 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in SO42

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