Water Hardness and Quality in Stockton Heath
Supplied by United Utilities · Stockton Heath
Stockton Heath has slightly 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
103.7mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.23pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.55mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.39mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Stockton Heath
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
103.7mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Stockton 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
- Stockton Heath
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Warrington Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Stockton Heath?▾
Stockton Heath has moderately hard water at 103.7 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Stockton Heath tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Stockton 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 Stockton Heath?▾
The water hardness in Stockton Heath is 103.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Stockton Heath?▾
Water in Stockton Heath is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Warrington Treatment Works.