Beachport vs Bray

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Beachport vs Bray
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Bray, SA

8.6

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Beachport scores 8.8/10 and Bray scores 8.6/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Beachport, SA

Bray, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Beachport

257 Higher

Bray

125 Lower

pH Level

Beachport

0.05 Outside range

Bray

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Beachport

0.2 Lower

Bray

0.3 Higher

Chlorine (mg/L)

Beachport

1 Higher

Bray

0.9 Lower

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Beachport	Bray	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	325 Measured	321 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.002 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	75.2 Measured	22.9 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	171 Good	226 Near limit	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0521 Good	0.0279 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.2 Good	0.3 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	1 Good	0.9 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	257 Exceeds	125 Good	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0629 Good	0.0072 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0022 Good	0.0005 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	16.9 Measured	16.5 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.001 Good	0.0001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	0.07 Good	0.09 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	0.05 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	µg/L	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	123 Good	246 Exceeds	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	21.9 Good	22.8 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	0.8 Good	—	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	674 Exceeds	773 Exceeds	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.