Water Hardness and Quality in Halton View
Supplied by United Utilities · Halton View
Halton View 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
167.9mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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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
0.37mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
11.7mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Halton View
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
167.9mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Halton View 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
- Halton View
- 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 Halton View?▾
Halton View has moderately hard water at 167.9 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Halton View tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Halton View 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 Halton View?▾
The water hardness in Halton View is 167.9 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Halton View?▾
Water in Halton View 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.