Water Hardness and Quality in Westerton
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Wakefield North (Wakefield)
Westerton 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
165.32mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.2pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.35mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
11.25mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.49µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lAverage
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 Westerton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
165.32mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Westerton 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 North (Wakefield)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Wakefield Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Westerton?▾
Westerton has moderately hard water at 165.32 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Westerton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Westerton 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 Westerton?▾
The water hardness in Westerton is 165.32 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Westerton?▾
Water in Westerton is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Wakefield Treatment Works.