Water Hardness and Quality in Glazebury
Supplied by United Utilities · Queensferry and Sealand
Glazebury has moderately 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
188.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.33mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
5.89mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Glazebury
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
188.1mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Glazebury 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
- Queensferry and Sealand
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Flintshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Glazebury?▾
Glazebury has moderately hard water at 188.1 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Glazebury tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Glazebury 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 Glazebury?▾
The water hardness in Glazebury is 188.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Glazebury?▾
Water in Glazebury is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Flintshire Treatment Works.