Water Hardness and Quality in Bottom o' th' Moor
Supplied by United Utilities · Breightmet
Bottom o' th' Moor 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
97.3mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.53pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.48mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Bottom o' th' Moor
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
97.3mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Bottom o' th' Moor 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
- Breightmet
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Bolton Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Bottom o' th' Moor?▾
No, Bottom o' th' Moor has soft water at just 97.3 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Bottom o' th' Moor tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Bottom o' th' Moor 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 Bottom o' th' Moor?▾
The water hardness in Bottom o' th' Moor is 97.3 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Bottom o' th' Moor?▾
Water in Bottom o' th' Moor is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Bolton Treatment Works.