Water Hardness and Quality in Darwen West
Supplied by United Utilities · Darwen West
Darwen West has moderately 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
76.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.49pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Darwen West
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
76.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Darwen West 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
- Darwen West
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Blackburn with Darwen Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Darwen West?▾
No, Darwen West has soft water at just 76.5 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Darwen West tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Darwen West 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 Darwen West?▾
The water hardness in Darwen West is 76.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Darwen West?▾
Water in Darwen West is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Blackburn with Darwen Treatment Works.