Water Hardness and Quality in Tattenhall
Supplied by United Utilities · Tattenhall
Tattenhall 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
161.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.21pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.46mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
12.73mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.98mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in Tattenhall
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
161.4mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Tattenhall 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
- Tattenhall
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire West and Chester Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Tattenhall?▾
Tattenhall has moderately hard water at 161.4 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Tattenhall tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Tattenhall 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 Tattenhall?▾
The water hardness in Tattenhall is 161.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Tattenhall?▾
Water in Tattenhall is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Cheshire West and Chester Treatment Works.