Water Hardness and Quality in Newton-le-Willows East
Supplied by United Utilities · Newton-le-Willows East
Newton-le-Willows East has 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
287.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.25pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.39mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Newton-le-Willows East
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
287.6mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
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Newton-le-Willows East has hard water at 287.6 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Newton-le-Willows East
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- St. Helens Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Newton-le-Willows East?▾
Yes, Newton-le-Willows East has hard water at 287.6 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Newton-le-Willows East tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Newton-le-Willows East 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 Newton-le-Willows East?▾
The water hardness in Newton-le-Willows East is 287.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Newton-le-Willows East?▾
Water in Newton-le-Willows East is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at St. Helens Treatment Works.