Water Hardness and Quality in Yorkley
Supplied by Severn Trent Water · Forest of Dean Zone 6
Yorkley 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
164.6mg/l CaCO₃
UK Average: 197.72 mg/l CaCO₃Below Average
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pH Level
UK Standard: 6.5 – 9.5
7.61pH units
UK Average: 7.43 pH unitsWell Above Average
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Free Chlorine
Guideline: below 1 mg/l
0.54mg/l
UK Average: 0.45 mg/lAbove Average
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Nitrate
UK Standard: max 50 mg/l
10.74mg/l
UK Average: 16.9 mg/lBelow Average
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Lead
UK Standard: max 10 µg/l
0.1µg/l
UK Average: 1.08 µg/lWell Below Average
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Fluoride
UK Standard: max 1.5 mg/l
0.08mg/l
UK Average: 0.19 mg/lBelow Average
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Water Hardness in Yorkley
Hardness is the most searched water quality metric. It affects limescale buildup in kettles, boilers, and pipes.
164.6mg/l CaCO₃Moderately Hard
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Yorkley 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
- Severn Trent Water
- Supply Zone
- Forest of Dean Zone 6
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Gloucestershire Treatment Works
- Last Tested
- 2025-12-31
- Data Source
- Severn Trent Water
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water hard in Yorkley?▾
Yorkley has moderately hard water at 164.6 mg/l CaCO₃. Some limescale may occur but it is manageable with regular descaling.
Is Yorkley tap water safe to drink?▾
Yes, tap water in Yorkley is safe to drink. It is treated and tested by Severn Trent Water and meets all UK Drinking Water Inspectorate standards. All tested parameters are within regulatory limits.
What is the water hardness in Yorkley?▾
The water hardness in Yorkley is 164.6 mg/l CaCO₃, which is classified as "Moderately Hard". This is below the UK national average of 170 mg/l.
Who supplies water to Yorkley?▾
Water in Yorkley is supplied by Severn Trent Water, which serves the West Midlands region. The water comes from mixed sources and is treated at Gloucestershire Treatment Works.