Water Hardness and Quality in Norwood
Supplied by United Utilities · Norwood
Norwood 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
304.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.75pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.51mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
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 Norwood
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
304.2mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Norwood has hard water at 304.2 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
- Norwood
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Sefton Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Norwood?▾
Yes, Norwood has hard water at 304.2 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Norwood tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Norwood 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 Norwood?▾
The water hardness in Norwood is 304.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Norwood?▾
Water in Norwood is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Sefton Treatment Works.