Water Hardness and Quality in Newtown
Supplied by United Utilities · Halton Castle
Newtown has 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
44mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.13pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.51mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Newtown
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
44mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Newtown 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
- Halton Castle
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Halton Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Newtown?▾
No, Newtown has soft water at just 44 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Newtown tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Newtown 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 Newtown?▾
The water hardness in Newtown is 44 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Newtown?▾
Water in Newtown is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Halton Treatment Works.