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Water Hardness in OL15 Littleborough

Supplied by United Utilities • Greater Manchester, North West

68 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
68
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
4.8°
Clark Degrees
3.8°
German Degrees (dH)
6.8°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Littleborough (OL15)

The water in postcode district OL15 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 68 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 139 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by United Utilities, which serves the North West region. United Utilities draws water from sources that naturally contain dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium compounds.

What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Minor limescale may appear in kettles over time
  • ~ Soap lathers reasonably well
  • ~ Appliances generally unaffected
  • ~ Good balance of mineral taste

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How OL15 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
OL15 Littleborough
68 ppm
68 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

OL14
Todmorden
67 ppm
OL16
Rochdale
69 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in OL15 Littleborough?
The water in OL15 Littleborough has a hardness level of 68 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 139 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies OL15?
OL15 Littleborough is supplied by United Utilities. United Utilities serves the North West region.
Is the water in OL15 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 68 ppm is safe to drink. Water hardness affects taste and can cause limescale, but it is not a health risk. In fact, hard water contains beneficial minerals like calcium and magnesium.
How can I reduce water hardness in OL15?
At 68 ppm, the water in OL15 is slightly hard and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 68 ppm water hardness mean?
68 ppm means there are 68 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 4.8 Clark degrees, 3.8 German degrees, or 6.8 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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