Water Hardness and Quality in Burnage
Supplied by United Utilities · Burnage
Burnage has 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
39.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.24pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.95mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Burnage
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
39.1mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Burnage 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
- Burnage
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Manchester Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Burnage?▾
No, Burnage has soft water at just 39.1 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Burnage tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Burnage 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 Burnage?▾
The water hardness in Burnage is 39.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Burnage?▾
Water in Burnage is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Manchester Treatment Works.