Water Hardness and Quality in Whitby Groves
Supplied by United Utilities · Whitby Groves
Whitby Groves has moderately 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
187.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.02pH 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
Water Hardness in Whitby Groves
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
187.8mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Whitby Groves 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
- Whitby Groves
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire West and Chester Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Whitby Groves?▾
Whitby Groves has moderately hard water at 187.8 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Whitby Groves tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Whitby Groves 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 Whitby Groves?▾
The water hardness in Whitby Groves is 187.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Whitby Groves?▾
Water in Whitby Groves is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Cheshire West and Chester Treatment Works.