Water Hardness and Quality in Rawtenstall
Supplied by United Utilities · Whitworth
Rawtenstall 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
80.9mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.22pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.72mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Rawtenstall
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
80.9mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Rawtenstall 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
- Whitworth
- 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 Rawtenstall?▾
No, Rawtenstall has soft water at just 80.9 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Rawtenstall tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Rawtenstall 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 Rawtenstall?▾
The water hardness in Rawtenstall is 80.9 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Rawtenstall?▾
Water in Rawtenstall 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.