Water Hardness and Quality in Rural North East
Supplied by United Utilities · Rural North East
Rural North East 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
77.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.54pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.51mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.93mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Rural North East
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
77.2mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Rural North East 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
- Rural North East
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- West Lancashire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Rural North East?▾
No, Rural North East has soft water at just 77.2 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Rural North East tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Rural North East 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 Rural North East?▾
The water hardness in Rural North East is 77.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Rural North East?▾
Water in Rural North East is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at West Lancashire Treatment Works.