Water Hardness and Quality in Weaste & Seedley
Supplied by United Utilities · Weaste & Seedley
Weaste & Seedley has 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
44.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.42pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.93mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Weaste & Seedley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
44.2mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Weaste & Seedley 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
- Weaste & Seedley
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Salford Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Weaste & Seedley?▾
No, Weaste & Seedley has soft water at just 44.2 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Weaste & Seedley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Weaste & Seedley 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 Weaste & Seedley?▾
The water hardness in Weaste & Seedley is 44.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Weaste & Seedley?▾
Water in Weaste & Seedley is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Salford Treatment Works.