Water Hardness and Quality in Ramsbottom
Supplied by United Utilities · Bacup
Ramsbottom has slightly 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
100.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.37pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.78mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Ramsbottom
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
100.5mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Ramsbottom 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
- Bacup
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Rossendale Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Ramsbottom?▾
Ramsbottom has moderately hard water at 100.5 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Ramsbottom tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Ramsbottom 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 Ramsbottom?▾
The water hardness in Ramsbottom is 100.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Ramsbottom?▾
Water in Ramsbottom is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Rossendale Treatment Works.