Water Hardness and Quality in Higher Walton
Supplied by United Utilities · Moss Side, South Ribble
Higher Walton 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
131.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.38pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.77mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.81mg/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 Walton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
131.5mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Higher Walton 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
- Moss Side, South Ribble
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- South Ribble Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Higher Walton?▾
Higher Walton has moderately hard water at 131.5 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Higher Walton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Higher Walton 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 Walton?▾
The water hardness in Higher Walton is 131.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Higher Walton?▾
Water in Higher Walton is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at South Ribble Treatment Works.