Water Hardness and Quality in Whitewell & Stacksteads
Supplied by United Utilities · Whitewell & Stacksteads
Whitewell & Stacksteads 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
88.8mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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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
0.86mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Whitewell & Stacksteads
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
88.8mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Whitewell & Stacksteads 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
- Whitewell & Stacksteads
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Rossendale Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2024-12-31
- Data Source
- United Utilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Whitewell & Stacksteads?▾
No, Whitewell & Stacksteads has soft water at just 88.8 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Whitewell & Stacksteads tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Whitewell & Stacksteads 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 Whitewell & Stacksteads?▾
The water hardness in Whitewell & Stacksteads is 88.8 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Whitewell & Stacksteads?▾
Water in Whitewell & Stacksteads is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West England region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Rossendale Treatment Works.