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Is Huddersfield water hard or soft?

Hard at 276 ppm · 9 postcode districts

  • Supplier Yorkshire Water
  • County West Yorkshire
  • Postcodes 9
Area average
276
ppm CaCO₃
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The average water hardness in Huddersfield is 276 ppm, classified as hard. Huddersfield is served by Yorkshire Water, covering 9 postcode districts across West Yorkshire in the Yorkshire region.

Hardness varies across the area — see the table below for a breakdown by postcode district. HD9 has the hardest water at 280 ppm, while HD1 is the softest at 272 ppm.

By postcode

Water Hardness by Postcode in Huddersfield

Sorted by hardness — tap a postcode for full details.

Postcode Water Company Hardness PPM Level
HD9 Yorkshire Water
280
280 ppm Hard
HD8 Yorkshire Water
279
279 ppm Hard
HD7 Yorkshire Water
278
278 ppm Hard
HD6 Yorkshire Water
277
277 ppm Hard
HD5 Yorkshire Water
276
276 ppm Hard
HD4 Yorkshire Water
275
275 ppm Hard
HD3 Yorkshire Water
274
274 ppm Hard
HD2 Yorkshire Water
273
273 ppm Hard
HD1 Yorkshire Water
272
272 ppm Hard
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Yorkshire Water

215 ppm Hard

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FAQ

Common questions about Huddersfield water

Is Huddersfield water hard or soft?
Huddersfield is classified as hard, averaging 276 ppm across 9 postcode districts. Expect visible limescale on kettles and taps within weeks at this level.
Which postcode in Huddersfield has the hardest water?
HD9 has the hardest water in Huddersfield at 280 ppm, while HD1 is the softest at 272 ppm. See the full table above for every district.
Which water company supplies Huddersfield?
Huddersfield is supplied by Yorkshire Water, covering 9 postcode districts across West Yorkshire.
Is tap water in Huddersfield safe to drink?
Yes. All tap water in Huddersfield meets UK drinking water standards. Hardness affects taste and limescale buildup but not safety.
Do I need a water softener in Huddersfield?
At 276 ppm, many households in Huddersfield notice limescale in kettles and showerheads within weeks. A shower filter is the cheapest first step; a whole-house softener gives the most complete protection.
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