UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in PR26

Water supply analysis across 4 postcode sectors in PR26 (United Utilities).

Outcode Avg Hardness45 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode PR26

Looking for water hardness metrics in PR26? Water supplied by United Utilities in this outcode registers a baseline average of 45 PPM across 4 distinct postcode sectors.

Water chemistry can fluctuate across supply zones in PR26. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector PR26 6 at 45 PPM, whereas sector PR26 9 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 45 PPM.

Since PR26 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 PR26

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector PR26 697 Postcodes • Soft
45 PPM3.2 °Clark

Hardest Sector in PR26

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector PR26 991 Postcodes • Soft
45 PPM3.2 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in PR26

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