Water Hardness and Quality in Mid Craven
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Mid Craven (North Yorkshire)
Mid Craven has 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
19.73mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.79pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
2.59mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.45µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Mid Craven
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
19.73mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Mid Craven 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
- Mid Craven (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 Mid Craven?▾
No, Mid Craven has soft water at just 19.73 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Mid Craven tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Mid Craven 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 Mid Craven?▾
The water hardness in Mid Craven is 19.73 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Mid Craven?▾
Water in Mid Craven 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.