Water Hardness and Quality in Cross Gates & Whinmoor
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Cross Gates & Whinmoor (Leeds)
Cross Gates & Whinmoor 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
204.02mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.2pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.29mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
18.1mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.09µg/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
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Cross Gates & Whinmoor
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
204.02mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Cross Gates & Whinmoor has hard water at 204.02 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
- Cross Gates & Whinmoor (Leeds)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Leeds Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Cross Gates & Whinmoor?▾
Yes, Cross Gates & Whinmoor has hard water at 204.02 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Cross Gates & Whinmoor tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Cross Gates & Whinmoor 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 Cross Gates & Whinmoor?▾
The water hardness in Cross Gates & Whinmoor is 204.02 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Cross Gates & Whinmoor?▾
Water in Cross Gates & Whinmoor is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Leeds Treatment Works.