Water Hardness and Quality in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley
Supplied by United Utilities · Poynton East and Pott Shrigley
Poynton East and Pott Shrigley has moderately soft 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
76.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.47pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.59mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
76.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Poynton East and Pott Shrigley has soft water. This means less limescale buildup in your appliances, less soap needed for cleaning, and generally fewer issues with mineral deposits. You are unlikely to need a water softener.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Poynton East and Pott Shrigley
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire East Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley?▾
No, Poynton East and Pott Shrigley has soft water at just 76.5 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Poynton East and Pott Shrigley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley 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 Poynton East and Pott Shrigley?▾
The water hardness in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley is 76.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Poynton East and Pott Shrigley?▾
Water in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Cheshire East Treatment Works.