Water Hardness and Quality in Latchford West
Supplied by United Utilities · Latchford West
Latchford West 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
55.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.26pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.49mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
2.95mg/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 Latchford West
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
55.6mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Latchford West 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
- Latchford West
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Warrington Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Latchford West?▾
No, Latchford West has soft water at just 55.6 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Latchford West tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Latchford West 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 Latchford West?▾
The water hardness in Latchford West is 55.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Latchford West?▾
Water in Latchford West is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Warrington Treatment Works.