Water Hardness and Quality in City Centre South
Supplied by United Utilities · City Centre South
City Centre South has slightly 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
113.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.44pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.47mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
6.43mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.93µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in City Centre South
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
113.4mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
City Centre South 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
- City Centre South
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Liverpool Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in City Centre South?▾
City Centre South has moderately hard water at 113.4 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is City Centre South tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in City Centre South 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 City Centre South?▾
The water hardness in City Centre South is 113.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to City Centre South?▾
Water in City Centre South is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Liverpool Treatment Works.