Water Hardness and Quality in Thornton
Supplied by United Utilities · Bourne
Thornton 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
184.4mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.54pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.62mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.46mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Thornton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
184.4mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Thornton 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
- Bourne
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Wyre Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Thornton?▾
Thornton has moderately hard water at 184.4 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Thornton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Thornton 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 Thornton?▾
The water hardness in Thornton is 184.4 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Thornton?▾
Water in Thornton is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Wyre Treatment Works.