Water Hardness and Quality in Under Hill
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Dewsbury East (Kirklees)
Under Hill has moderately 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
165.19mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.36pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.19mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
11.87mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.09µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.05mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Under Hill
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
165.19mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Under Hill 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
- Dewsbury East (Kirklees)
- Source Type
- Reservoir
- Treatment Works
- Kirklees Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Under Hill?▾
Under Hill has moderately hard water at 165.19 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Under Hill tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Under Hill 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 Under Hill?▾
The water hardness in Under Hill is 165.19 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Under Hill?▾
Water in Under Hill is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from upland reservoirs and is treated at Kirklees Treatment Works.