Water Hardness and Quality in Bloomfield
Supplied by United Utilities · Bloomfield
Bloomfield 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
139.7mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.5pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.61mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
4.38mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.88µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Bloomfield
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
139.7mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Bloomfield 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
- Bloomfield
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Blackpool Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Bloomfield?▾
Bloomfield has moderately hard water at 139.7 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Bloomfield tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Bloomfield 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 Bloomfield?▾
The water hardness in Bloomfield is 139.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Bloomfield?▾
Water in Bloomfield is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Blackpool Treatment Works.