Water Hardness and Quality in High Harrogate & Kingsley
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · High Harrogate & Kingsley (North Yorkshire)
High Harrogate & Kingsley has moderately soft 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
78.66mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.06pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.43mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in High Harrogate & Kingsley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
78.66mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
High Harrogate & Kingsley 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
- High Harrogate & Kingsley (North Yorkshire)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- North Yorkshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in High Harrogate & Kingsley?▾
No, High Harrogate & Kingsley has soft water at just 78.66 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is High Harrogate & Kingsley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in High Harrogate & Kingsley 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 High Harrogate & Kingsley?▾
The water hardness in High Harrogate & Kingsley is 78.66 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to High Harrogate & Kingsley?▾
Water in High Harrogate & Kingsley is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at North Yorkshire Treatment Works.