Water Hardness and Quality in Frodsham
Supplied by United Utilities · Appleton
Frodsham has 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
291mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.72pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.8mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
22.06mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAbove Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
2.04µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Frodsham
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
291mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Frodsham has hard water at 291 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Appleton
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Halton Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Frodsham?▾
Yes, Frodsham has hard water at 291 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Frodsham tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Frodsham 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 Frodsham?▾
The water hardness in Frodsham is 291 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Frodsham?▾
Water in Frodsham is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Halton Treatment Works.