Water Hardness and Quality in Piper's Ash

Supplied by United Utilities · Sutton Villages

Average

Piper's Ash 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

170.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.39pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.61mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Piper's Ash

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

170.1mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Piper's Ash 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
Sutton Villages
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Cheshire West and Chester Treatment Works
Last Tested
2024-12-31
Data Source
United Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Piper's Ash?
Piper's Ash has moderately hard water at 170.1 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Piper's Ash tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Piper's Ash 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 Piper's Ash?
The water hardness in Piper's Ash is 170.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Piper's Ash?
Water in Piper's Ash is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Cheshire West and Chester 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.