Water Hardness and Quality in Higher Audley
Supplied by United Utilities · Mill Hill & Moorgate
Higher Audley 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
70.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.3pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.08mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Higher Audley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
70.2mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Higher Audley 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
- Mill Hill & Moorgate
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Blackburn with Darwen Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Higher Audley?▾
No, Higher Audley has soft water at just 70.2 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Higher Audley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Higher Audley 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 Higher Audley?▾
The water hardness in Higher Audley is 70.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Higher Audley?▾
Water in Higher Audley is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Blackburn with Darwen Treatment Works.