Water Hardness and Quality in Ickles

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Rother Vale (Rotherham)

Good

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
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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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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.
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.