Water Hardness and Quality in Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley (North Yorkshire)

Average

Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley 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

7.44pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.5mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
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Water Hardness in Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley

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

0mg/l CaCO₃Soft
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Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley 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
Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley (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 Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley?
No, Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley 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 Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley?
The water hardness in Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley 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 Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley?
Water in Hutton Rudby & Osmotherley 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.
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.