Water Hardness and Quality in Hough Green
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Hough Green has 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
281.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.5pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
22.1mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAbove Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Hough Green
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
281.8mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Hough Green has hard water at 281.8 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Hough Green
- 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 Hough Green?▾
Yes, Hough Green has hard water at 281.8 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Hough Green tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Hough Green 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 Hough Green?▾
The water hardness in Hough Green is 281.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Hough Green?▾
Water in Hough Green 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.