Water Hardness and Quality in Arbourthorne
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Darnall (Sheffield)
Arbourthorne 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
169.77mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.34pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.38mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
11.31mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.14µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.06mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Arbourthorne
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
169.77mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Arbourthorne 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
- Darnall (Sheffield)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Sheffield Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Arbourthorne?▾
Arbourthorne has moderately hard water at 169.77 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Arbourthorne tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Arbourthorne 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 Arbourthorne?▾
The water hardness in Arbourthorne is 169.77 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Arbourthorne?▾
Water in Arbourthorne is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Sheffield Treatment Works.