Water Hardness and Quality in Sandbach Heath
Supplied by United Utilities · Congleton East
Sandbach Heath has moderately 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
167.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.27pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.6mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
14.4mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Sandbach Heath
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
167.2mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Sandbach Heath 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
- Congleton East
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire East Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Sandbach Heath?▾
Sandbach Heath has moderately hard water at 167.2 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Sandbach Heath tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Sandbach Heath 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 Sandbach Heath?▾
The water hardness in Sandbach Heath is 167.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Sandbach Heath?▾
Water in Sandbach Heath is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Cheshire East Treatment Works.