Water Hardness and Quality in Warmingham
Supplied by United Utilities · Crewe Central
Warmingham 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
121.1mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.1pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.42mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
6.18mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
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
0.88mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Warmingham
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
121.1mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Warmingham 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
- Crewe Central
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire East Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Warmingham?▾
Warmingham has moderately hard water at 121.1 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Warmingham tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Warmingham 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 Warmingham?▾
The water hardness in Warmingham is 121.1 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Warmingham?▾
Water in Warmingham is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Cheshire East Treatment Works.