Stretford Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~0–99 mg/L
Softestimated · not lab-verified
Source
mixed
pH Level
7.2
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.004 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
104.4 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
£0.11
energy & soap waste
Source: DWI Data Portal · Updated 2026
0–99
mg/L
Soft
100–149
mg/L
Slightly Hard
150–199
mg/L
Moderately Hard
200–300
mg/L
Hard
300+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In Stretford, your appliances are currently losing 7% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Stretford | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 7.9 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -7% |
| Washing Machine | 11.2 yrs | 12 yrs | -7% |
| Water Heater | 14 yrs | 15 yrs | -7% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Stretford compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | Clark° | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Stretford, North West | ≈ 0–99 mg/L | 3.5° | 🟢 Soft | mixed |
| Sale, North West | ≈ 200–300 mg/L | 13° | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Old Trafford, North West | ≈ 100–150 mg/L | 8.9° | 🟡 Slightly Hard | mixed |
| Eccles, North West | ≈ 100–150 mg/L | 7.9° | 🟡 Slightly Hard | mixed |
| Urmston, North West | ≈ 0–100 mg/L | 8.9° | 🟢 Soft | mixed |
National Benchmark
How Stretford compares to the United Kingdom average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Stretford | ≈ 0–99 mg/L | 🟢 None |
| United Kingdom National Avg | 177 mg/L | 🟡 Moderate |
| Skipton Top Rated | 7.1 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Stretford's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
United Utilities supplies Stretford with water from two main sources: the Thirlmere reservoir in the Lake District and the Longdendale Chain Reservoirs in the Pennines. This water travels through a vast aqueduct system before reaching the inner south Manchester and Trafford areas. The United Utilities treatment plants process this water to ensure it meets drinking standards before it is distributed to residents.
Geology & Source: Lake District aqueduct and Longdendale Pennine supply; metamorphic rock produces very soft water
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