YORKSHIRE WATER — Yorkshire Water Bank Charge Explained

YORKSHIRE WATER on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for Yorkshire Water, a utilities company. Yorkshire Water supplies water and wastewater services across Yorkshire and parts of northern England. A recurring charge is your water bill, paid monthly or in instalments by Direct Debit.

What Is the YORKSHIRE WATER Charge?

YORKSHIRE WATER is a transaction descriptor for Yorkshire Water, a utilities company.

Yorkshire Water supplies water and wastewater services across Yorkshire and parts of northern England. A recurring charge is your water bill, paid monthly or in instalments by Direct Debit. It typically appears as YORKSHIRE WATER on your statement.

This code appears on your bank statement because banks display a short payment reference — set by the merchant's payment processor — rather than the company's full trading name. The code YORKSHIRE WATER is the official identifier that Yorkshire Water registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the YORKSHIRE WATER Charge Legitimate?

Yorkshire Water is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your Yorkshire Water account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a YORKSHIRE WATER Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Yorkshire Water by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to Yorkshire Water and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact Yorkshire Water customer support and ask for an explanation and refund.
  4. Dispute with your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, call the number on the back of your card and ask to raise a chargeback on the YORKSHIRE WATER transaction. Provide the transaction date and amount.
  5. Section 75 rights: If you paid by credit card and the amount was over £100, you may have additional protection under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.

What Other Names Does Yorkshire Water Use on Bank Statements?

Yorkshire Water may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About YORKSHIRE WATER

What is YORKSHIRE WATER on my bank statement?

YORKSHIRE WATER is a bank statement transaction code for Yorkshire Water, a utilities company. Yorkshire Water supplies water and wastewater services across Yorkshire and parts of northern England. A recurring charge is your water bill, paid monthly or in instalments by Direct Debit. It typically appears as YORKSHIRE WATER on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is YORKSHIRE WATER a scam?

Yorkshire Water is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your Yorkshire Water account to review recent activity.

Why is YORKSHIRE WATER on my bank statement?

YORKSHIRE WATER appears on your statement because Yorkshire Water processed a payment through their card payment provider. The code is set by their payment processor and is the official descriptor registered with Visa or Mastercard. Common reasons include a subscription renewal, a one-off purchase, or a trial period that has converted to a paid plan.

How do I cancel YORKSHIRE WATER?

To stop YORKSHIRE WATER charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your Yorkshire Water subscription or account. Log in to the Yorkshire Water website, go to your account settings, and cancel your subscription. If you cannot find the cancellation option or do not recognise the charge, contact your bank to dispute it and block future payments.

How do I get a refund for a YORKSHIRE WATER charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by Yorkshire Water, first contact their customer support to request a refund. If they are unresponsive or unhelpful, contact your bank and ask to raise a chargeback. You typically have up to 120 days from the transaction date to raise a chargeback claim. For credit card purchases over £100, you may also be protected under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act.

For more information about Yorkshire Water and all its known transaction codes, visit the Yorkshire Water merchant page.