Water Hardness and Quality in Crewe East
Supplied by United Utilities · Crewe East
Crewe East 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
122.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.11pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.23mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.42mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.1µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.82mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Crewe East
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
122.8mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Crewe East 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
- Crewe East
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire East Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Crewe East?▾
Crewe East has moderately hard water at 122.8 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Crewe East tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Crewe East 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 Crewe East?▾
The water hardness in Crewe East is 122.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Crewe East?▾
Water in Crewe East is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Cheshire East Treatment Works.