Water Hardness and Quality in Irby
Supplied by United Utilities · Prenton
Irby has very 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
305.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.3pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.57mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
15.21mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.76µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Irby
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
305.2mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Irby has hard water at 305.2 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
- Prenton
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Wirral Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Irby?▾
Yes, Irby has hard water at 305.2 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Irby tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Irby 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 Irby?▾
The water hardness in Irby is 305.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Irby?▾
Water in Irby is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Wirral Treatment Works.