Water Hardness and Quality in Hall Bower
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Dewsbury West (Kirklees)
Hall Bower 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
113.12mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.42pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.26mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
6.21mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.16µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.05mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Hall Bower
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
113.12mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Hall Bower 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
- Dewsbury West (Kirklees)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Kirklees Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Hall Bower?▾
Hall Bower has moderately hard water at 113.12 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Hall Bower tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Hall Bower 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 Hall Bower?▾
The water hardness in Hall Bower is 113.12 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Hall Bower?▾
Water in Hall Bower is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Kirklees Treatment Works.