Water Hardness and Quality in Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill
Supplied by United Utilities · Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill
Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill 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
32.7mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.26pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.14mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.55µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
32.7mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill 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
- Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Bolton Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill?▾
No, Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill has soft water at just 32.7 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill 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 Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill?▾
The water hardness in Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill is 32.7 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill?▾
Water in Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Bolton Treatment Works.