Water Hardness in Dane Valley
Dane Valley has soft water at 39 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
39
mg/l CaCO₃
SoftUK average: 197.72 mg/l
39
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Soft Water Mean?
At just 39 mg/l, Dane Valley has soft water. This means very little dissolved calcium and magnesium, so limescale buildup is minimal.
Soft water lathers easily with soap, is gentler on skin and hair, and causes less wear on appliances. A water softener is not needed at this hardness level.
Water Supplier
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Dane Valley
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire East Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Dane Valley?▾
No, Dane Valley has soft water at 39 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Soft". You are unlikely to experience limescale issues.
What is the hardness of water in Dane Valley?▾
The water hardness in Dane Valley is 39 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Soft" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by United Utilities from reservoir sources.
Who supplies water to Dane Valley?▾
Water in Dane Valley is supplied by United Utilities, which covers the North West England region. The water is sourced from upland reservoirs and treated at Cheshire East Treatment Works before distribution.