Water Hardness and Quality in Saughall & Mollington
Supplied by United Utilities · Saughall & Mollington
Saughall & Mollington 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
152.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.32pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.37mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Saughall & Mollington
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
152.6mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Slightly Hard
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Saughall & Mollington 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
- Saughall & Mollington
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire West and Chester Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Saughall & Mollington?▾
Saughall & Mollington has moderately hard water at 152.6 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Saughall & Mollington tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Saughall & Mollington 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 Saughall & Mollington?▾
The water hardness in Saughall & Mollington is 152.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Saughall & Mollington?▾
Water in Saughall & Mollington is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Cheshire West and Chester Treatment Works.