Water Hardness and Quality in Tranby
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Tranby (East Riding of Yorkshire)
Tranby has soft water with quality that meets all UK drinking water standards.
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Water Quality Scorecard
pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.24pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.34mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
26.6mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.09µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.09mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Tranby
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
Tranby 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
- Tranby (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 Tranby?▾
No, Tranby has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Tranby tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Tranby 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 Tranby?▾
The water hardness in Tranby 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 Tranby?▾
Water in Tranby 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.