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Water Hardness and Quality in Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale (North Yorkshire)

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Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale 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

283.44mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.58pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.43mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

6.88mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.1µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.15mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale

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

283.44mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale has hard water at 283.44 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
Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale (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 Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale?▾
Yes, Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale has hard water at 283.44 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale 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 Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale?▾
The water hardness in Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale is 283.44 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale?▾
Water in Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale 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.