Water Hardness and Quality in Thurstaston
Supplied by United Utilities · Pensby and Thingwall
Thurstaston 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
154.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.46pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.61mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
6.92mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
3.2µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Thurstaston
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
154.8mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Thurstaston 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
- Pensby and Thingwall
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Wirral Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Thurstaston?▾
Thurstaston has moderately hard water at 154.8 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Thurstaston tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Thurstaston 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 Thurstaston?▾
The water hardness in Thurstaston is 154.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Thurstaston?▾
Water in Thurstaston is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Wirral Treatment Works.