Water Hardness and Quality in Dropping Well
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Wath (Rotherham)
Dropping Well has soft water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.
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Water Quality Scorecard
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.12pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.22mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Dropping Well
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
0mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Dropping Well 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
- Wath (Rotherham)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Rotherham Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Dropping Well?▾
No, Dropping Well has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Dropping Well tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Dropping Well 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 Dropping Well?▾
The water hardness in Dropping Well is 0 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Dropping Well?▾
Water in Dropping Well is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Rotherham Treatment Works.