UK Water Quality Report • 2026 Data

Water Hardness in PR5

Water supply analysis across 6 postcode sectors in PR5 (United Utilities).

Outcode Avg Hardness45 PPMSoft Water
Regional Quality Overview

Water Supply Analysis: Outcode PR5

Looking for water hardness metrics in PR5? Water supplied by United Utilities in this outcode registers a baseline average of 45 PPM across 6 distinct postcode sectors.

Water chemistry can fluctuate across supply zones in PR5. The lowest mineral concentration is recorded in sector PR5 0 at 45 PPM, whereas sector PR5 9 experiences higher mineral levels reaching 45 PPM.

Since PR5 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 PR5

Lowest mineral concentration

Softest
Sector PR5 0148 Postcodes • Soft
45 PPM3.2 °Clark

Hardest Sector in PR5

Highest mineral concentration

Highest Hardness
Sector PR5 912 Postcodes • Soft
45 PPM3.2 °Clark

All Postcode Sectors in PR5

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