Water Hardness and Quality in Hunmanby & Sherburn
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Hunmanby & Sherburn (North Yorkshire)
Hunmanby & Sherburn has moderately 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
188.04mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.44pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.39mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Hunmanby & Sherburn
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
188.04mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Hunmanby & Sherburn 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
- Hunmanby & Sherburn (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 Hunmanby & Sherburn?▾
Hunmanby & Sherburn has moderately hard water at 188.04 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Hunmanby & Sherburn tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Hunmanby & Sherburn 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 Hunmanby & Sherburn?▾
The water hardness in Hunmanby & Sherburn is 188.04 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Hunmanby & Sherburn?▾
Water in Hunmanby & Sherburn 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.