Water Hardness and Quality in Britannia & Lee Mill

Supplied by United Utilities · Britannia & Lee Mill

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Britannia & Lee Mill 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

85.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.38pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.76mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Britannia & Lee Mill

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

85.2mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
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Britannia & Lee Mill 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
Britannia & Lee Mill
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
Rossendale Treatment Works
Last Tested
2024-12-31
Data Source
United Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Britannia & Lee Mill?
No, Britannia & Lee Mill has soft water at just 85.2 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Britannia & Lee Mill tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Britannia & Lee Mill 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 Britannia & Lee Mill?
The water hardness in Britannia & Lee Mill is 85.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Britannia & Lee Mill?
Water in Britannia & Lee Mill is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Rossendale 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.