Water Hardness and Quality in North Meols & Hesketh Bank
Supplied by United Utilities · North Meols & Hesketh Bank
North Meols & Hesketh Bank has very 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
310.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.85pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.5mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.81mg/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 North Meols & Hesketh Bank
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
310.4mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
North Meols & Hesketh Bank has hard water at 310.4 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
- North Meols & Hesketh Bank
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- West Lancashire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in North Meols & Hesketh Bank?▾
Yes, North Meols & Hesketh Bank has hard water at 310.4 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is North Meols & Hesketh Bank tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in North Meols & Hesketh Bank 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 North Meols & Hesketh Bank?▾
The water hardness in North Meols & Hesketh Bank is 310.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to North Meols & Hesketh Bank?▾
Water in North Meols & Hesketh Bank is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at West Lancashire Treatment Works.