Water Hardness and Quality in Lymm North and Thelwall
Supplied by United Utilities · Lymm North and Thelwall
Lymm North and Thelwall 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
195.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.55pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.53mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
10.87mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Lymm North and Thelwall
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
195.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Lymm North and Thelwall 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
- Lymm North and Thelwall
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Warrington Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Lymm North and Thelwall?▾
Lymm North and Thelwall has moderately hard water at 195.5 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Lymm North and Thelwall tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Lymm North and Thelwall 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 Lymm North and Thelwall?▾
The water hardness in Lymm North and Thelwall is 195.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Lymm North and Thelwall?▾
Water in Lymm North and Thelwall is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Warrington Treatment Works.