Water Hardness and Quality in Hedon
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Southcoates (Kingston upon Hull)
Hedon 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
7.25pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.46mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
37.9mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.72µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.09mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Hedon
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
Hedon 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
- Southcoates (Kingston upon Hull)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Kingston upon Hull Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Hedon?▾
No, Hedon has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Hedon tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Hedon 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 Hedon?▾
The water hardness in Hedon 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 Hedon?▾
Water in Hedon is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Kingston upon Hull Treatment Works.