Water Hardness and Quality in Talbot
Supplied by United Utilities · Talbot
Talbot 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
141.4mg/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
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.63mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
2.44mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Talbot
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
141.4mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Talbot 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
- Talbot
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Blackpool Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Talbot?▾
Talbot has moderately hard water at 141.4 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Talbot tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Talbot 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 Talbot?▾
The water hardness in Talbot is 141.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Talbot?▾
Water in Talbot is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Blackpool Treatment Works.