Water Hardness and Quality in Tollingham
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Howdenshire (East Riding of Yorkshire)
Tollingham 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
287.43mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Well Above Average
LowAverageHigh
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.11pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.29mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
19.4mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.93µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAbove Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.07mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Tollingham
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
287.43mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Tollingham has hard water at 287.43 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
- Howdenshire (East Riding of Yorkshire)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- East Riding of Yorkshire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Tollingham?▾
Yes, Tollingham has hard water at 287.43 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Tollingham tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Tollingham 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 Tollingham?▾
The water hardness in Tollingham is 287.43 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Tollingham?▾
Water in Tollingham is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at East Riding of Yorkshire Treatment Works.