UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in OL3

Water supply analysis across 3 postcode sectors in OL3 (United Utilities).

Outcode Avg Hardness45 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode OL3

Looking for water hardness metrics in OL3? Water supplied by United Utilities in this outcode registers a baseline average of 45 PPM across 3 distinct postcode sectors.

Water chemistry can fluctuate across supply zones in OL3. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector OL3 5 at 45 PPM, whereas sector OL3 7 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 45 PPM.

Since OL3 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 OL3

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector OL3 5277 Postcodes • Soft
45 PPM3.2 °Clark

Hardest Sector in OL3

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector OL3 7184 Postcodes • Soft
45 PPM3.2 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in OL3

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