Water Hardness and Quality in The Green
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Wetherby (Leeds)
The Green 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
128.41mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.23pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.16mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
6.51mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.1µg/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 The Green
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
128.41mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
The Green 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
- Wetherby (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 The Green?▾
The Green has moderately hard water at 128.41 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is The Green tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in The Green 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 The Green?▾
The water hardness in The Green is 128.41 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to The Green?▾
Water in The Green 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.