Water Hardness and Quality in Pharos
Supplied by United Utilities · Pharos
Pharos has moderately 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
194.3mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.46pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
2.84mg/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 Pharos
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
194.3mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Pharos has moderately hard water. You may notice some limescale buildup in your kettle and on taps over time. A regular descaling routine should be sufficient for most households.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Pharos
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Wyre Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Pharos?▾
Pharos has moderately hard water at 194.3 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Pharos tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Pharos 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 Pharos?▾
The water hardness in Pharos is 194.3 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Pharos?▾
Water in Pharos is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Wyre Treatment Works.