Water Hardness and Quality in Sharples
Supplied by United Utilities · Kearsley
Sharples 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
95.7mg/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
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.46mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Sharples
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
95.7mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Sharples 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
- Kearsley
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Bolton Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Sharples?▾
No, Sharples has soft water at just 95.7 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Sharples tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Sharples 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 Sharples?▾
The water hardness in Sharples is 95.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Sharples?▾
Water in Sharples is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Bolton Treatment Works.