Water Hardness and Quality in West Heath
Supplied by United Utilities · Nantwich South and Stapeley
West Heath 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
143.2mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.09pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.51mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
13.02mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
2.6µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.98mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Above Average
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Water Hardness in West Heath
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
143.2mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
West Heath 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
- Nantwich South and Stapeley
- 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 West Heath?▾
West Heath has moderately hard water at 143.2 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is West Heath tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in West Heath 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 West Heath?▾
The water hardness in West Heath is 143.2 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to West Heath?▾
Water in West Heath 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.