Water Hardness in Freckleton
Freckleton has moderately hard water at 158.9 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
158.9
mg/l CaCO₃
Moderately HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
158.9
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Moderately Hard Water Mean?
At 158.9 mg/l, Freckleton has moderately hard water. This is a moderate level that may cause some limescale in high-use areas like kettles and showerheads.
Regular descaling of kettles and appliances should be sufficient to manage any buildup. A whole-house water softener is optional at this level but may still be beneficial.
Water Supplier
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Preston Rural North
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Preston Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Freckleton?▾
Freckleton has moderately hard water at 158.9 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Moderately Hard". Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable with regular cleaning.
What is the hardness of water in Freckleton?▾
The water hardness in Freckleton is 158.9 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Moderately Hard" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by United Utilities from underground aquifer sources.
Who supplies water to Freckleton?▾
Water in Freckleton is supplied by United Utilities, which covers the North West England region. The water is sourced from underground aquifers (boreholes) and treated at Preston Treatment Works before distribution.