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Water Hardness and Quality in Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate (North Yorkshire)

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Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate has moderately soft 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

84.91mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.23pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.54mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

4.07mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.1µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.06mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate

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

84.91mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Soft
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Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate 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
Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate (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 Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate?▾
No, Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate has soft water at just 84.91 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate 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 Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate?▾
The water hardness in Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate is 84.91 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate?▾
Water in Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate 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.