Water Hardness and Quality in Farnley
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Temple Newsam (Leeds)
Farnley has slightly 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
144.84mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.18pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.24mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
9.22mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.06µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
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 Farnley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
144.84mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Farnley has moderately hard water. You may notice some limescale buildup in your kettle and on taps over time. A regular descaling routine should be sufficient for most households.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Temple Newsam (Leeds)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Leeds Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Farnley?▾
Farnley has moderately hard water at 144.84 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Farnley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Farnley 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 Farnley?▾
The water hardness in Farnley is 144.84 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Farnley?▾
Water in Farnley is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Leeds Treatment Works.