Water Hardness and Quality in Borrage Green

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Monk Fryston & South Milford (North Yorkshire)

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Borrage Green has 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

295.92mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.39pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.24mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

19.85mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.2µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.07mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Borrage Green

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

295.92mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Borrage Green has hard water at 295.92 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.

Water Source Information

Water Company
Yorkshire Water
Supply Zone
Monk Fryston & South Milford (North Yorkshire)
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
North Yorkshire Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Yorkshire Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Borrage Green?
Yes, Borrage Green has hard water at 295.92 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Borrage Green tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Borrage Green 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 Borrage Green?
The water hardness in Borrage Green is 295.92 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Borrage Green?
Water in Borrage Green is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from underground aquifers 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.