Water Hardness and Quality in Middleforth
Supplied by United Utilities · Middleforth
Middleforth 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
74mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.43pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.63mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
2.22mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.16µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Middleforth
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
74mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Middleforth 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
- Middleforth
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- South Ribble Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Middleforth?▾
No, Middleforth has soft water at just 74 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Middleforth tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Middleforth 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 Middleforth?▾
The water hardness in Middleforth is 74 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Middleforth?▾
Water in Middleforth is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at South Ribble Treatment Works.