Water Hardness and Quality in Thornes
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Wakefield East (Wakefield)
Thornes has soft water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.
Check a specific postcode in Thornes
Water Quality Scorecard
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.08pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.39mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Thornes
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
0mg/l CaCO₃Soft
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Thornes has soft water. This means less limescale buildup in your appliances, less soap needed for cleaning, and generally fewer issues with mineral deposits. You are unlikely to need a water softener.
Water Source Information
- Water Company
- Yorkshire Water
- Supply Zone
- Wakefield East (Wakefield)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Wakefield Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Thornes?▾
No, Thornes has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Thornes tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Thornes 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 Thornes?▾
The water hardness in Thornes is 0 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Soft". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Thornes?▾
Water in Thornes is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Wakefield Treatment Works.