Water Hardness and Quality in Cleveleys Park

Supplied by United Utilities · Cleveleys Park

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Cleveleys Park 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

170mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.47pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.69mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

2.24mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

9.07µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Cleveleys Park

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

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Cleveleys Park 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
Cleveleys Park
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Wyre Treatment Works
Last Tested
2024-12-31
Data Source
United Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

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