Water Hardness and Quality in Didsbury East
Supplied by United Utilities · Didsbury East
Didsbury East has soft water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.
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Water Quality Scorecard
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.86mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Didsbury East
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
0mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Didsbury East 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
- Didsbury East
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Manchester Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Didsbury East?▾
No, Didsbury East has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Didsbury East tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Didsbury 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 Didsbury East?▾
The water hardness in Didsbury East is 0 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Didsbury East?▾
Water in Didsbury East is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Manchester Treatment Works.