Water Hardness and Quality in Scott Hall

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Harewood (Leeds)

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Scott Hall 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

170.06mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.17pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine

Guideline: below 1 mg/l

0.24mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
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Nitrate

UK Standard: max 50 mg/l

7.18mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

0.15µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride

UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l

0.11mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lAverage
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Water Hardness in Scott Hall

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

170.06mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Scott Hall 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
Harewood (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 Scott Hall?
Scott Hall has moderately hard water at 170.06 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Scott Hall tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Scott Hall 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 Scott Hall?
The water hardness in Scott Hall is 170.06 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Scott Hall?
Water in Scott Hall 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.
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.