Water Hardness and Quality in St Helens Town Centre
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St Helens Town Centre 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
152.7mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.42pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
9.76mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in St Helens Town Centre
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
152.7mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
St Helens Town Centre 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
- St Helens Town Centre
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- St. Helens Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in St Helens Town Centre?▾
St Helens Town Centre has moderately hard water at 152.7 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is St Helens Town Centre tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in St Helens Town Centre 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 St Helens Town Centre?▾
The water hardness in St Helens Town Centre is 152.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to St Helens Town Centre?▾
Water in St Helens Town Centre is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at St. Helens Treatment Works.