Water Hardness and Quality in Holme upon Spalding Moor
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Hessle (East Riding of Yorkshire)
Holme upon Spalding Moor has very 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
345.24mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.17pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.24mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
34.8mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
3.48µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above 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 Holme upon Spalding Moor
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
345.24mg/l CaCO₃Very Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Holme upon Spalding Moor has hard water at 345.24 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
- Hessle (East Riding of Yorkshire)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- East Riding of Yorkshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Holme upon Spalding Moor?▾
Yes, Holme upon Spalding Moor has hard water at 345.24 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Very Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Holme upon Spalding Moor tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Holme upon Spalding Moor 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 Holme upon Spalding Moor?▾
The water hardness in Holme upon Spalding Moor is 345.24 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Very Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Holme upon Spalding Moor?▾
Water in Holme upon Spalding Moor is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at East Riding of Yorkshire Treatment Works.