Water Hardness and Quality in Masham & Fountains
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Masham & Fountains (North Yorkshire)
Masham & Fountains 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
154.08mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.46pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.31mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
3.31mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.35µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.05mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Masham & Fountains
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
154.08mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
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Masham & Fountains 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
- Masham & Fountains (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 Masham & Fountains?▾
Masham & Fountains has moderately hard water at 154.08 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Masham & Fountains tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Masham & Fountains 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 Masham & Fountains?▾
The water hardness in Masham & Fountains is 154.08 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Masham & Fountains?▾
Water in Masham & Fountains 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.