Water hardness in Saint-Martin-de-Crau
37.1 °fH very hard
Tap water in Saint-Martin-de-Crau is very hard: 37.1 °fH (371 mg/L · 21.7 gpg · 20.8 °dH).
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 13097 (2026-08) · data checked 2026-10-19
Range across supply zones: 361–381 mg/L.
Saint-Martin-de-Crau (Bouches-du-Rhône) has a median hardness of 371 mg/L CaCO₃, classed as very hard, with a narrow range of 361 to 381 mg/L. The listed service is Saur. Source: SISE-Eaux sanitary monitoring (ARS), commune 13097, August 2026.
TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
Water data
| Total hardness | 37.1 °fH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Saur |
How Saint-Martin-de-Crau compares
- Tap water in Saint-Martin-de-Crau is 55 % harder than the median of the 33641 cities we track in France (23.9 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 1694 of 33641 in France (1 = hardest); 95 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Bouches-du-Rhône it is number 12 of 118 cities; the regional median is 22.4 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Paradou, 9 km away (28.7 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Valliguières, 45 km away (48.6 °fH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in France →
What it means at home
- Severe scale: heater elements and washing-machine heaters fail early.
- Detergent use is very high; taps and screens coat within days.
- Dishwasher at maximum salt setting.
- An ion-exchange softener is practically essential; RO for drinking water.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Yes. At this hardness a softener pays for itself through appliance life and detergent.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 1 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Saint-Martin-de-Crau
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H05 |
| Miele | 21 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 5 |
| Beko | 6th |
| Hoover | S3 |
| LG | H4 |
From each brand's manual for the model family named in the source; your model may differ, so check its manual. All brands and how to change the setting →
FAQ
Is Saint-Martin-de-Crau water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 371 mg/L as CaCO₃ (21.7 gpg, 20.8 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Saint-Martin-de-Crau safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
How many grains per gallon is Saint-Martin-de-Crau water?
21.7 gpg, equal to 20.8 °dH, 37.1 °fH or 371 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Saint-Martin-de-Crau?
For 371 mg/L (20.8 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Saint-Martin-de-Crau?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 13097 (2026-08). Method: own measurement. Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 13097 · Outdated figure? Tell us