Baird Bay vs Witera

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Baird Bay vs Witera
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Witera, SA

8.8

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Baird Bay scores 8.7/10 and Witera scores 8.8/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Baird Bay, SA

Witera, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Baird Bay

284 Higher

Witera

194 Lower

pH Level

Baird Bay

0.05 Outside range

Witera

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Baird Bay

0.6 Higher

Witera

0.5 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Baird Bay

1.1 Same

Witera

1.1 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Baird Bay	Witera	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	225 Measured	158 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.002 Good	0.012 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	59.5 Measured	52.6 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	201 Near limit	132 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0079 Good	0.0076 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	1.1 Good	1.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	284 Exceeds	194 Near limit	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0005 Good	0.007 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0003 Good	0.0003 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	32.9 Measured	15.1 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0001 Good	0.0015 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	14.76 Good	10.35 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	0.05 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	µg/L	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	116 Good	79.6 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	32 Good	33.6 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	1.1 Good	1.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	668 Exceeds	461 Good	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.1 Good	0.12 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.