Water Hardness and Quality in Southport
Supplied by United Utilities · Up Holland
Southport has 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
291.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.87pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.71mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.94µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Southport
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
291.1mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Southport has hard water at 291.1 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
- Up Holland
- 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 Southport?▾
Yes, Southport has hard water at 291.1 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Southport tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Southport 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 Southport?▾
The water hardness in Southport is 291.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Southport?▾
Water in Southport 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.