Water Hardness and Quality in Benomley
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Golcar (Kirklees)
Benomley has moderately soft 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
50.44mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.62pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.34mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Benomley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
50.44mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Benomley has soft water. This means less limescale buildup in your appliances, less soap needed for cleaning, and generally fewer issues with mineral deposits. You are unlikely to need a water softener.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Golcar (Kirklees)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Kirklees Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Benomley?▾
No, Benomley has soft water at just 50.44 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Benomley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Benomley 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 Benomley?▾
The water hardness in Benomley is 50.44 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Benomley?▾
Water in Benomley is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Kirklees Treatment Works.