Water Hardness and Quality in Tottington
Supplied by United Utilities · Tottington
Tottington has moderately soft 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
70.5mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.5pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.83mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Tottington
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
70.5mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Tottington has soft water. This means less limescale buildup in your appliances, less soap needed for cleaning, and generally fewer issues with mineral deposits. You are unlikely to need a water softener.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Tottington
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Bury Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Tottington?▾
No, Tottington has soft water at just 70.5 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Tottington tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Tottington 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 Tottington?▾
The water hardness in Tottington is 70.5 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Tottington?▾
Water in Tottington is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Bury Treatment Works.