Water Hardness and Quality in Clayton-le-Moors
Supplied by United Utilities · Central
Clayton-le-Moors 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
36.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.52pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.7mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Clayton-le-Moors
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
36.1mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Clayton-le-Moors 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
- Central
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Hyndburn Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Clayton-le-Moors?▾
No, Clayton-le-Moors has soft water at just 36.1 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Clayton-le-Moors tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Clayton-le-Moors 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 Clayton-le-Moors?▾
The water hardness in Clayton-le-Moors is 36.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Clayton-le-Moors?▾
Water in Clayton-le-Moors is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Hyndburn Treatment Works.