Water Hardness and Quality in Benchill
Supplied by United Utilities · Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North
Benchill 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
63.7mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.32pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
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Water Hardness in Benchill
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
63.7mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Benchill 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
- Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Stockport Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Benchill?▾
No, Benchill has soft water at just 63.7 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Benchill tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Benchill 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 Benchill?▾
The water hardness in Benchill is 63.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Benchill?▾
Water in Benchill is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Stockport Treatment Works.