Water Hardness and Quality in Layerthorpe
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Dringhouses & Woodthorpe (York)
Layerthorpe has slightly 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
146.34mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.03pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.13mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
12.55mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
1.65µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.11mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Layerthorpe
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
146.34mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Layerthorpe 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
- Dringhouses & Woodthorpe (York)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- York Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Layerthorpe?▾
Layerthorpe has moderately hard water at 146.34 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Layerthorpe tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Layerthorpe 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 Layerthorpe?▾
The water hardness in Layerthorpe is 146.34 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Layerthorpe?▾
Water in Layerthorpe is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at York Treatment Works.