Water Hardness and Quality in Chapelford and Old Hall

Supplied by United Utilities · Chapelford and Old Hall

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Chapelford and Old Hall has moderately 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

165.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.4pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.37mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

8.91mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow 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 Chapelford and Old Hall

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

165.6mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Chapelford and Old Hall 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
Chapelford and Old Hall
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Warrington Treatment Works
Last Tested
2024-12-31
Data Source
United Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Chapelford and Old Hall?
Chapelford and Old Hall has moderately hard water at 165.6 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Chapelford and Old Hall tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Chapelford and Old Hall 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 Chapelford and Old Hall?
The water hardness in Chapelford and Old Hall is 165.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Chapelford and Old Hall?
Water in Chapelford and Old Hall is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Warrington 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.