Water Hardness and Quality in New Mills
Supplied by United Utilities · Bramhall North
New Mills 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
63.3mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.41pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Water Hardness in New Mills
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
63.3mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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New Mills 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
- Bramhall North
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Stockport Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in New Mills?▾
No, New Mills has soft water at just 63.3 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is New Mills tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in New Mills 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 New Mills?▾
The water hardness in New Mills is 63.3 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to New Mills?▾
Water in New Mills is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Stockport Treatment Works.