Water Hardness in Queens Park & Central
Queens Park & Central has slightly hard water at 106.9 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
106.9
mg/l CaCO₃
Slightly HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
106.9
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean?
At 106.9 mg/l, Queens Park & Central has slightly 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
- Queens Park & Central
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Bolton Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Queens Park & Central?▾
Queens Park & Central has moderately hard water at 106.9 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Slightly Hard". Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable with regular cleaning.
What is the hardness of water in Queens Park & Central?▾
The water hardness in Queens Park & Central is 106.9 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Slightly Hard" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by United Utilities from mixed sources.
Who supplies water to Queens Park & Central?▾
Water in Queens Park & Central is supplied by United Utilities, which covers the North West England region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at Bolton Treatment Works before distribution.