Water Hardness and Quality in Hayfield Green

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Tickhill & Wadsworth (Doncaster)

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Hayfield Green has 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

299.67mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.5pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAbove Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.04mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

30.44mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.28µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.1mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Hayfield Green

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

299.67mg/l CaCO₃Hard
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Slightly Hard
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Hayfield Green has hard water at 299.67 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.

Water Source Information

Water Company
Yorkshire Water
Supply Zone
Tickhill & Wadsworth (Doncaster)
Source Type
Groundwater
Treatment Works
Doncaster Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Yorkshire Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Hayfield Green?
Yes, Hayfield Green has hard water at 299.67 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Hayfield Green tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Hayfield Green 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 Hayfield Green?
The water hardness in Hayfield Green is 299.67 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Hayfield Green?
Water in Hayfield Green is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from underground aquifers 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.