Water Hardness and Quality in Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall (Doncaster)

Good

Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall 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

7.73pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.05mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

26.41mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above 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

0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
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Water Hardness in Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall

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

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Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall 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
Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall (Doncaster)
Source Type
Mixed
Treatment Works
Doncaster Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Yorkshire Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall?
No, Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall 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 Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall?
The water hardness in Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall 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 Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall?
Water in Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Doncaster 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.