Water Hardness and Quality in Pilling
Supplied by United Utilities · Pilling
Pilling 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
169.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
4.38mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Pilling
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
169.1mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Pilling 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
- Pilling
- 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 Pilling?▾
Pilling has moderately hard water at 169.1 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Pilling tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Pilling 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 Pilling?▾
The water hardness in Pilling is 169.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Pilling?▾
Water in Pilling 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.