Water Hardness and Quality in John O'Gaunt
Supplied by United Utilities · John O'Gaunt
John O'Gaunt has 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
31.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
1.77mg/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 John O'Gaunt
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
31.2mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
John O'Gaunt 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
- John O'Gaunt
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Lancaster Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in John O'Gaunt?▾
No, John O'Gaunt has soft water at just 31.2 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is John O'Gaunt tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in John O'Gaunt 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 John O'Gaunt?▾
The water hardness in John O'Gaunt is 31.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to John O'Gaunt?▾
Water in John O'Gaunt is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Lancaster Treatment Works.