Water Hardness and Quality in Scunthorpe
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Axholme Central (North Lincolnshire)
Scunthorpe has 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
241.23mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.8pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.11mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
26.74mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.21µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.09mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Scunthorpe
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
241.23mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
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Very Hard
Scunthorpe has hard water at 241.23 mg/l. You will likely experience significant limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and on bathroom surfaces. Many residents in your area use water softeners or anti-limescale products.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Axholme Central (North Lincolnshire)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- North Lincolnshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Scunthorpe?▾
Yes, Scunthorpe has hard water at 241.23 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Scunthorpe tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe?▾
The water hardness in Scunthorpe is 241.23 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Scunthorpe?▾
Water in Scunthorpe is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at North Lincolnshire Treatment Works.