Water Hardness and Quality in Great Mitton
Supplied by United Utilities · Whalley Nethertown
Great Mitton has 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
36.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.23pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.63mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.12mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.99µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Great Mitton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
36.5mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Great Mitton 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
- Whalley Nethertown
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Ribble Valley Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Great Mitton?▾
No, Great Mitton has soft water at just 36.5 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Great Mitton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Great Mitton 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 Great Mitton?▾
The water hardness in Great Mitton is 36.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Great Mitton?▾
Water in Great Mitton is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Ribble Valley Treatment Works.