Abminga Station vs Pt Neill

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Abminga Station vs Pt Neill
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Pt Neill, SA

8.7

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Abminga Station scores 9.0/10 and Pt Neill scores 8.7/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Abminga Station, SA

Pt Neill, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Abminga Station

80 Lower

Pt Neill

275 Higher

pH Level

Abminga Station

0.05 Outside range

Pt Neill

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Abminga Station

0.6 Higher

Pt Neill

0.5 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Abminga Station

0.5 Lower

Pt Neill

1.1 Higher

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Abminga Station	Pt Neill	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	60 Measured	231 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.019 Good	0.003 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	15.3 Measured	73.1 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	83 Good	150 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0138 Good	0.0094 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.6 Good	0.5 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.5 Good	1.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	80 Good	275 Exceeds	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0096 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0002 Good	0.0004 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	10.22 Measured	22.4 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0023 Good	0.0001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	0.66 Good	15 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	0.05 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	µg/L	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	61.6 Good	92.8 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	49.4 Good	25.6 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	0.7 Good	1.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	290 Good	560 Near limit	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.1 Good	0.1 Good	NTU	< 5

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Disclaimer: This comparison is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional guidance. Data is sourced from SA Water. Values shown are based on the most recent published water quality reports and may not reflect real-time conditions at your tap. Water quality can vary due to local plumbing, seasonal changes, and other factors. For specific health concerns, consult a qualified health professional or contact your local water utility. See our Terms of Use.