Water Hardness and Quality in Goodshaw & Cribden

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Average

Goodshaw & Cribden 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

90.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.4pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.89mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Goodshaw & Cribden

Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.

90.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard

Goodshaw & Cribden 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
Goodshaw & Cribden
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
Rossendale Treatment Works
Last Tested
2024-12-31
Data Source
United Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Goodshaw & Cribden?
No, Goodshaw & Cribden has soft water at just 90.5 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Goodshaw & Cribden tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Goodshaw & Cribden 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 Goodshaw & Cribden?
The water hardness in Goodshaw & Cribden is 90.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Goodshaw & Cribden?
Water in Goodshaw & Cribden is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Rossendale Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from United Utilities and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact United Utilities directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2024-12-31.