Water Hardness and Quality in Ickles
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Rother Vale (Rotherham)
Ickles 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
153.83mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.1pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.3mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Ickles
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
153.83mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Ickles 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
- Rother Vale (Rotherham)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Rotherham Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Ickles?▾
Ickles has moderately hard water at 153.83 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Ickles tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Ickles 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 Ickles?▾
The water hardness in Ickles is 153.83 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Ickles?▾
Water in Ickles is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Rotherham Treatment Works.