Water Hardness and Quality in Fixby
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Ovenden (Calderdale)
Fixby 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
7.58pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.27mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Fixby
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
Fixby 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
- Ovenden (Calderdale)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Calderdale Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Fixby?▾
No, Fixby has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Fixby tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Fixby 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 Fixby?▾
The water hardness in Fixby 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 Fixby?▾
Water in Fixby is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Calderdale Treatment Works.