Water Hardness and Quality in Middleton Park
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Middleton Park (Leeds)
Middleton Park 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
161.07mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.27pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsBelow Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.2mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
6.58mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.96µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
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Water Hardness in Middleton Park
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
161.07mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Middleton Park 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
- Middleton Park (Leeds)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Leeds Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Middleton Park?▾
Middleton Park has moderately hard water at 161.07 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Middleton Park tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Middleton Park 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 Middleton Park?▾
The water hardness in Middleton Park is 161.07 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Middleton Park?▾
Water in Middleton Park is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Leeds Treatment Works.