Water Hardness and Quality in Church, Sefton

Supplied by United Utilities · Church, Sefton

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Church, Sefton has soft water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.

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Water Quality Scorecard

Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.53mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

6.98mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.71µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Church, Sefton

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

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Church, Sefton 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
Church, Sefton
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Sefton Treatment Works
Last Tested
2024-12-31
Data Source
United Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Church, Sefton?
No, Church, Sefton has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Church, Sefton tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Church, Sefton 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 Church, Sefton?
The water hardness in Church, Sefton is 0 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Church, Sefton?
Water in Church, Sefton is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Sefton 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.