Water Hardness and Quality in Wakefield South
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Wakefield South (Wakefield)
Wakefield South 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
139.61mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.43pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.31mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
12.6mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
2.99µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.06mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lWell Below Average
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Water Hardness in Wakefield South
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
139.61mg/l CaCO₃Slightly Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Wakefield South 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
- Wakefield South (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 Wakefield South?▾
Wakefield South has moderately hard water at 139.61 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Wakefield South tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Wakefield South 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 Wakefield South?▾
The water hardness in Wakefield South is 139.61 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Slightly Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Wakefield South?▾
Water in Wakefield South 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.