Lancashire · North West

Is Blackpool water hard or soft?

Slightly Hard at 116 ppm · 8 postcode districts

  • Supplier United Utilities
  • County Lancashire
  • Postcodes 8
Area average
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The average water hardness in Blackpool is 116 ppm, classified as slightly hard. Blackpool is served by United Utilities, covering 8 postcode districts across Lancashire in the North West region.

Hardness varies across the area — see the table below for a breakdown by postcode district. FY8 has the hardest water at 119 ppm, while FY1 is the softest at 112 ppm.

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Water Hardness by Postcode in Blackpool

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Postcode Water Company Hardness PPM Level
FY8 United Utilities
119
119 ppm Slightly Hard
FY7 United Utilities
118
118 ppm Slightly Hard
FY6 United Utilities
117
117 ppm Slightly Hard
FY5 United Utilities
116
116 ppm Slightly Hard
FY4 United Utilities
115
115 ppm Slightly Hard
FY3 United Utilities
114
114 ppm Slightly Hard
FY2 United Utilities
113
113 ppm Slightly Hard
FY1 United Utilities
112
112 ppm Slightly Hard
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FAQ

Common questions about Blackpool water

Is Blackpool water hard or soft?
Blackpool is classified as slightly hard, averaging 116 ppm across 8 postcode districts. Limescale build-up is minimal at this level, though individual postcodes vary.
Which postcode in Blackpool has the hardest water?
FY8 has the hardest water in Blackpool at 119 ppm, while FY1 is the softest at 112 ppm. See the full table above for every district.
Which water company supplies Blackpool?
Blackpool is supplied by United Utilities, covering 8 postcode districts across Lancashire.
Is tap water in Blackpool safe to drink?
Yes. All tap water in Blackpool meets UK drinking water standards. Hardness affects taste and limescale buildup but not safety.
Does Blackpool have any harder-water postcodes?
FY8 is the hardest district at 119 ppm (slightly hard), though most of Blackpool averages 116 ppm.
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