Water Hardness and Quality in Great Sankey South
Supplied by United Utilities · Great Sankey South
Great Sankey South has slightly 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
136.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.41pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.44mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
8.55mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.56µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Great Sankey South
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
136.2mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Great Sankey South 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
- Great Sankey South
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Warrington Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Great Sankey South?▾
Great Sankey South has moderately hard water at 136.2 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Great Sankey South tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Great Sankey South 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 Sankey South?▾
The water hardness in Great Sankey South is 136.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Great Sankey South?▾
Water in Great Sankey South is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Warrington Treatment Works.