Water Hardness and Quality in Walney Island
Supplied by United Utilities · Walney Island
Walney Island 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
129.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.52pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.5mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Walney Island
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
129.1mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Walney Island 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
- Walney Island
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Westmorland and Furness Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Walney Island?▾
Walney Island has moderately hard water at 129.1 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Walney Island tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Walney Island 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 Walney Island?▾
The water hardness in Walney Island is 129.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Walney Island?▾
Water in Walney Island is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Westmorland and Furness Treatment Works.