Water Hardness and Quality in Ancoats
Supplied by United Utilities · Longsight
Ancoats has moderately soft water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.
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Water Quality Scorecard
Total Hardness
Guideline: 150+ mg/l is considered hard
54.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.37pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.88mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Ancoats
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
54.4mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Ancoats has soft water. This means less limescale buildup in your appliances, less soap needed for cleaning, and generally fewer issues with mineral deposits. You are unlikely to need a water softener.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Longsight
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Manchester Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Ancoats?▾
No, Ancoats has soft water at just 54.4 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Ancoats tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Ancoats is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by United Utilities and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Ancoats?▾
The water hardness in Ancoats is 54.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Ancoats?▾
Water in Ancoats is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Manchester Treatment Works.