Water Hardness and Quality in Worsbrough Common
Supplied by Yorkshire Water · Central (Barnsley)
Worsbrough Common 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
7.47pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsAverage
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.28mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lWell Below Average
LowAverageHigh
Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
12.68mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lAverage
LowAverageHigh
Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.76µg/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
LowAverageHigh
Water Hardness in Worsbrough Common
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
0mg/l CaCO₃Soft
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Mod. Soft
Slightly Hard
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Worsbrough Common 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
- Central (Barnsley)
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Barnsley Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Yorkshire Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Worsbrough Common?▾
No, Worsbrough Common has soft water at just 0 mg/l CaCO₃. You are unlikely to experience significant limescale issues.
Is Worsbrough Common tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Worsbrough Common 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 Worsbrough Common?▾
The water hardness in Worsbrough Common 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 Worsbrough Common?▾
Water in Worsbrough Common is supplied by Yorkshire Water, which serves the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Barnsley Treatment Works.