Water Hardness and Quality in Wolfreton
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Longhill & Bilton Grange (Kingston upon Hull)
Wolfreton 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
259.9mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Above Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.25pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.4mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
39.7mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lWell Above Average
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.31µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.09mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Wolfreton
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
259.9mg/l CaCO₃Hard
Soft
Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
Mod. Hard
Hard
Very Hard
Wolfreton has hard water at 259.9 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
- Longhill & Bilton Grange (Kingston upon Hull)
- Source Type
- Groundwater
- Treatment Works
- Kingston upon Hull Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Wolfreton?▾
Yes, Wolfreton has hard water at 259.9 mg/l CaCO₃. This is classified as "Hard" on the standard scale. You may notice limescale buildup in kettles and on taps.
Is Wolfreton tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Wolfreton 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 Wolfreton?▾
The water hardness in Wolfreton is 259.9 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Hard". This is above the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Wolfreton?▾
Water in Wolfreton is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from underground aquifers and is treated at Kingston upon Hull Treatment Works.