Water Hardness and Quality in Littleborough Lakeside
Supplied by United Utilities · Littleborough Lakeside
Littleborough Lakeside 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
61mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below 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
0.88mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Littleborough Lakeside
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
61mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Littleborough Lakeside 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
- Littleborough Lakeside
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Rochdale Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Littleborough Lakeside?▾
No, Littleborough Lakeside has soft water at just 61 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Littleborough Lakeside tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Littleborough Lakeside 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 Littleborough Lakeside?▾
The water hardness in Littleborough Lakeside is 61 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Littleborough Lakeside?▾
Water in Littleborough Lakeside is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Rochdale Treatment Works.