Water Hardness and Quality in Dane in Shaw
Supplied by United Utilities · Haslington
Dane in Shaw 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
128.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.17pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.44mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.09mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.83mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Dane in Shaw
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
128.4mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Dane in Shaw 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
- Haslington
- 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 Dane in Shaw?▾
Dane in Shaw has moderately hard water at 128.4 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Dane in Shaw tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Dane in Shaw 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 Dane in Shaw?▾
The water hardness in Dane in Shaw is 128.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Dane in Shaw?▾
Water in Dane in Shaw 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.