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Water Hardness in WN5 Wigan

Supplied by United Utilities • Greater Manchester, North West

116 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
116
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
8.1°
Clark Degrees
6.5°
German Degrees (dH)
11.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Wigan (WN5)

The water in postcode district WN5 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 116 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 91 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 WN5 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
WN5 Wigan
116 ppm
116 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

WN4
Wigan
115 ppm
WN6
Wigan
117 ppm
WN7
Leigh
118 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in WN5 Wigan?
The water in WN5 Wigan has a hardness level of 116 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 91 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies WN5?
WN5 Wigan is supplied by United Utilities. United Utilities serves the North West region.
Is the water in WN5 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 116 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 WN5?
At 116 ppm, the water in WN5 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 116 ppm water hardness mean?
116 ppm means there are 116 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 8.1 Clark degrees, 6.5 German degrees, or 11.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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