Water Hardness in School Lane
School Lane has slightly hard water at 116.6 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
116.6
mg/l CaCO₃
Slightly HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
116.6
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean?
At 116.6 mg/l, School Lane 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
- Farington West
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- South Ribble Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in School Lane?▾
School Lane has moderately hard water at 116.6 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 School Lane?▾
The water hardness in School Lane is 116.6 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 School Lane?▾
Water in School Lane is supplied by United Utilities, which covers the North West England region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at South Ribble Treatment Works before distribution.