Water Hardness and Quality in Steander

Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Armley (Leeds)

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Steander has slightly 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

144.04mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level

UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5

7.22pH 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

6.37mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead

UK Standard: max 10 µg/l

1.58µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above 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 Steander

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

144.04mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
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Steander 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
Armley (Leeds)
Source Type
Reservoir
Treatment Works
Leeds Treatment Works
Last Tested
2025-12-31
Data Source
Yorkshire Water

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Steander?
Steander has moderately hard water at 144.04 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Steander tap water safe to drink?
Yes, tap water in Steander 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 Steander?
The water hardness in Steander is 144.04 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Steander?
Water in Steander is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from upland reservoirs 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.