Bickley Vale vs Camden

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Bickley Vale vs Camden
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Bickley Vale, NSW

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by Sydney Water

Camden, NSW

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by Sydney Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Bickley Vale scores 9.6/10 and Camden scores 9.6/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Bickley Vale, NSW

Camden, NSW

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Bickley Vale

44.4 Higher

Camden

30.5 Lower

pH Level

Bickley Vale

7.7 Normal

Camden

7.7 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Bickley Vale

1.03 Higher

Camden

1.01 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Bickley Vale

1.28 Higher

Camden

1.08 Lower

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Bickley Vale	Camden	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Aluminium	0.005 Good	0.023 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Ammonia	0.001 Measured	0.001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	0.004 Good	0.004 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	2 Good	2 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.031 Good	0.005 Good	mg/L	< 2
Dissolved Oxygen	102.7 Measured	94.8 Measured	% saturation	No limit
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	orgs/100 mL	< 0
Fluoride	1.03 Good	1.01 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	1.28 Good	1.08 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	44.4 Good	30.5 Good	mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.009 Good	0.018 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Manganese	0.0005 Good	0.0014 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Monochloramine	0.16 Good	0.09 Good	mg/L	< 3
Ndma	0.0001 Measured	0.0001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
PFOA	0.0005 Good	0.0001 Good	µg/L	< 0.2
PFOS + PFHxS	0.0018 Good	0.0001 Good	µg/L	PFOS < 0.008, PFHxS < 0.03
pH	7.7 Normal	7.7 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sulfate	9.8 Good	1.7 Good	mg/L	< 500
Temperature	19.1 Measured	18.5 Measured	degrees C	No limit
Total Dissolved Solids	135.8 Good	65.3 Good	mg/L	< 600
Trihalomethanes	0.12 Good	0.07 Good	mg/L	< 0.25
Turbidity	0.1 Good	0.12 Good	NTU	< 5
Zinc	0.004 Measured	0.005 Measured	mg/L	No limit

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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 Sydney 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.