Water Hardness and Quality in Piper's Ash
Supplied by United Utilities · Sutton Villages
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
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.61mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
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.