Water Hardness and Quality in Whitefield
Supplied by United Utilities · Radcliffe East
Whitefield has moderately 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
52mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.27pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.97mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Whitefield
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
52mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Whitefield 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
- Radcliffe East
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Bury Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Whitefield?▾
No, Whitefield has soft water at just 52 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Whitefield tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Whitefield 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 Whitefield?▾
The water hardness in Whitefield is 52 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Whitefield?▾
Water in Whitefield is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Bury Treatment Works.