Water Hardness and Quality in Leyland Central
Supplied by United Utilities · Leyland Central
Leyland Central has moderately 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
166.7mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.34pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.79mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.79mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Leyland Central
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
166.7mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Leyland Central 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
- Leyland Central
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- South Ribble Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Leyland Central?▾
Leyland Central has moderately hard water at 166.7 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Leyland Central tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Leyland Central 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 Leyland Central?▾
The water hardness in Leyland Central is 166.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Leyland Central?▾
Water in Leyland Central is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at South Ribble Treatment Works.