Water Hardness and Quality in Rural South
Supplied by United Utilities · Rural South
Rural South has very 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
308.7mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.73pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.59mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
12.2mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Rural South
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
308.7mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Rural South has hard water at 308.7 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Rural South
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- West Lancashire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Rural South?▾
Yes, Rural South has hard water at 308.7 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Rural South tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Rural South 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 South?▾
The water hardness in Rural South is 308.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Rural South?▾
Water in Rural South is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at West Lancashire Treatment Works.