Water Hardness and Quality in Goldthorpe

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Wales (Rotherham)

Good

Goldthorpe has moderately 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

184.55mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.19pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.23mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

11.6mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.09µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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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 Goldthorpe

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

184.55mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Goldthorpe 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
Wales (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 Goldthorpe?
Goldthorpe has moderately hard water at 184.55 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Goldthorpe tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Goldthorpe 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 Goldthorpe?
The water hardness in Goldthorpe is 184.55 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Goldthorpe?
Water in Goldthorpe 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.
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.