Water Hardness and Quality in Broad Oak
Supplied by United Utilities · Broad Oak
Broad Oak 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
98.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.3pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.65mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
1.77mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Broad Oak
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
98.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Broad Oak 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
- Broad Oak
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- South Ribble Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Broad Oak?▾
No, Broad Oak has soft water at just 98.5 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Broad Oak tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Broad Oak 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 Broad Oak?▾
The water hardness in Broad Oak is 98.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Broad Oak?▾
Water in Broad Oak is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at South Ribble Treatment Works.