Water Hardness and Quality in Adel & Wharfedale
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Adel & Wharfedale (Leeds)
Adel & Wharfedale has moderately hard water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.
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Water Quality Scorecard
Total Hardness
Guideline: 150+ mg/l is considered hard
159.74mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.3pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.22mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
7.17mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.79µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.09mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Adel & Wharfedale
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
159.74mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Adel & Wharfedale has moderately hard water. You may notice some limescale buildup in your kettle and on taps over time. A regular descaling routine should be sufficient for most households.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Adel & Wharfedale (Leeds)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Leeds Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Adel & Wharfedale?▾
Adel & Wharfedale has moderately hard water at 159.74 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Adel & Wharfedale tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Adel & Wharfedale is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Yorkshire Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Adel & Wharfedale?▾
The water hardness in Adel & Wharfedale is 159.74 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Adel & Wharfedale?▾
Water in Adel & Wharfedale is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Leeds Treatment Works.