Water Hardness and Quality in Bank Top
Supplied by United Utilities · Livesey with Pleasington
Bank Top 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
71.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.34pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.09mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Bank Top
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
71.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Bank Top 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
- Livesey with Pleasington
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Blackburn with Darwen Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Bank Top?▾
No, Bank Top has soft water at just 71.5 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Bank Top tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Bank Top 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 Bank Top?▾
The water hardness in Bank Top is 71.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Bank Top?▾
Water in Bank Top is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Blackburn with Darwen Treatment Works.