UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in L40

Water supply analysis across 10 postcode sectors in L40 (United Utilities).

Outcode Avg Hardness45 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode L40

Looking for water hardness metrics in L40? Water supplied by United Utilities in this outcode registers a baseline average of 45 PPM across 10 distinct postcode sectors.

Water chemistry can fluctuate across supply zones in L40. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector L40 0 at 45 PPM, whereas sector L40 9 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 45 PPM.

Since L40 enjoys soft water (45 PPM), residents generally do not need dishwasher salt or heavy-duty limescale descalers. Standard detergent dosages are sufficient for laundry and dishwashing. Review the individual postcode sectors below to get precise dishwasher salt settings and limescale recommendations.

Softest Sector in L40

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector L40 042 Postcodes • Soft
45 PPM3.2 °Clark

Hardest Sector in L40

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector L40 944 Postcodes • Soft
45 PPM3.2 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in L40

Select a postcode sector below to view exact water softener salt settings, limescale protection guides, and appliance recommendations.