Water Hardness and Quality in Ormskirk East
Supplied by United Utilities · Ormskirk East
Ormskirk 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
267mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.77pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.71mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.78mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.9µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Ormskirk East
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
267mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Ormskirk East has hard water at 267 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
- Ormskirk East
- 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 Ormskirk East?▾
Yes, Ormskirk East has hard water at 267 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Ormskirk East tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk East?▾
The water hardness in Ormskirk East is 267 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Ormskirk East?▾
Water in Ormskirk East 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.