Water Hardness and Quality in Foggbrook
Supplied by United Utilities · Norbury & Woodsmoor
Foggbrook 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
71.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.39pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.88mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Foggbrook
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
71.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Foggbrook 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
- Norbury & Woodsmoor
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Stockport Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Foggbrook?▾
No, Foggbrook has soft water at just 71.5 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Foggbrook tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Foggbrook 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 Foggbrook?▾
The water hardness in Foggbrook is 71.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Foggbrook?▾
Water in Foggbrook is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Stockport Treatment Works.