Water Hardness and Quality in Bamber Bridge West

Supplied by United Utilities · Bamber Bridge West

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Bamber Bridge West has slightly hard 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

133.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.39pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.77mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

2.44mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Bamber Bridge West

Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.

133.8mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard

Bamber Bridge West has moderately hard water. You may notice some limescale buildup in your kettle and on taps over time. A regular descaling routine should be sufficient for most households.

Water Source Information

Water Company
United Utilities
Supply Zone
Bamber Bridge West
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
South Ribble Treatment Works
Last Tested
2024-12-31
Data Source
United Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Bamber Bridge West?
Bamber Bridge West has moderately hard water at 133.8 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Bamber Bridge West tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Bamber Bridge West 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 Bamber Bridge West?
The water hardness in Bamber Bridge West is 133.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Bamber Bridge West?
Water in Bamber Bridge West is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at South Ribble Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from United Utilities and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact United Utilities directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2024-12-31.