Black Hill vs Fisher

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Black Hill vs Fisher
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Fisher, SA

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

Fisher has better water quality with a score of 9.6/10 compared to Black Hill's 8.9/10. Fisher has softer water (73 vs 82 mg/L).

Based on ADWG compliance across all measured parameters. Both suburbs receive treated, safe drinking water.

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Recommended for this suburb

Chlorine in Fisher is 0.9 mg/L — above the taste threshold. That pool smell in every glass is real.

Chlorine is added on purpose (kills bugs in the pipes), but by the time it reaches your tap it ruins everything you taste. Tea takes on a medicinal edge. Kids turn down water and drink juice or soft drink instead. The usual family fix is bottled water, but a simple carbon filter is the cleaner daily habit. Worse, many filter pitchers go in the fridge and get ignored because they're slow.

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Visual comparison

Black Hill, SA

Fisher, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Black Hill

82 Higher

Fisher

73 Lower

pH Level

Black Hill

8.8 Outside range

Fisher

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Fluoride (mg/L)

Black Hill

0.7 Higher

Fisher

0.1 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Black Hill

0.1 Lower

Fisher

0.9 Higher

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Black Hill	Fisher	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	67 Measured	73 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.029 Good	0.022 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	16 Measured	13.7 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	70 Good	76 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0048 Good	0.0264 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.7 Good	0.1 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.1 Good	0.9 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	82 Good	73 Good	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0014 Good	0.0112 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0002 Good	0.0003 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	10.21 Measured	9.45 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0032 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	0.7 Good	0.53 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	8.8 Outside range	—	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	59.5 Good	50.7 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	49.5 Good	15.6 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	3.7 Good	1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	275 Good	254 Good	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.