Water Hardness and Quality in Bentham & Ingleton

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Bentham & Ingleton (North Yorkshire)

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Bentham & Ingleton has 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

18.64mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.68pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.04mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

2.45mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.03µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Bentham & Ingleton

Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.

18.64mg/l CaCO₃Soft
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Bentham & Ingleton 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
Bentham & Ingleton (North Yorkshire)
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
North Yorkshire Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Yorkshire Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Bentham & Ingleton?
No, Bentham & Ingleton has soft water at just 18.64 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Bentham & Ingleton tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Bentham & Ingleton 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 Bentham & Ingleton?
The water hardness in Bentham & Ingleton is 18.64 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Bentham & Ingleton?
Water in Bentham & Ingleton is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at North Yorkshire Treatment Works.
Disclaimer: Water quality data is sourced from Yorkshire Water and may not reflect real-time conditions. For health or medical decisions, please contact Yorkshire Water directly or consult the Drinking Water Inspectorate at dwi.gov.uk. Data last updated: 2025-12-31.