Water Hardness and Quality in Peel Green

Supplied by United Utilities · Barton & Winton

Good

Peel Green 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

30.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.3pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.65mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh

Water Hardness in Peel Green

Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.

30.6mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard

Peel Green 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
Barton & Winton
Source Type
Reservoir
Treatment Works
Salford Treatment Works
Last Tested
2024-12-31
Data Source
United Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Peel Green?
No, Peel Green has soft water at just 30.6 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Peel Green tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Peel Green 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 Peel Green?
The water hardness in Peel Green is 30.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Peel Green?
Water in Peel Green is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Salford Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from United Utilities and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact United Utilities directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2024-12-31.