Water Hardness and Quality in Poulton North
Supplied by United Utilities · Poulton North
Poulton North 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
151.9mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.55pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.26mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
8.04mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Poulton North
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
151.9mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Poulton North 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
- Poulton North
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Warrington Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Poulton North?▾
Poulton North has moderately hard water at 151.9 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Poulton North tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Poulton North 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 Poulton North?▾
The water hardness in Poulton North is 151.9 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Poulton North?▾
Water in Poulton North is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Warrington Treatment Works.