Brittons Swamp vs Edith Creek

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Brittons Swamp vs Edith Creek
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Edith Creek, TAS

9.5

Quality Score

Supplied by TasWater

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Brittons Swamp scores 9.5/10 and Edith Creek scores 9.5/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Brittons Swamp, TAS

Edith Creek, TAS

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Brittons Swamp

67.666667 Same

Edith Creek

67.666667 Same

pH Level

Brittons Swamp

7.241299 Normal

Edith Creek

7.241299 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Brittons Swamp

0.926667 Same

Edith Creek

0.926667 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Brittons Swamp

0.439394 Same

Edith Creek

0.439394 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Brittons Swamp	Edith Creek	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	24.722222 Measured	24.722222 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.0275 Good	0.0275 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Ammonia	0.002778 Measured	0.002778 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Antimony	0.001 Measured	0.001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Arsenic	0.001 Measured	0.001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Cadmium	0.0002 Measured	0.0002 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Calcium	18.833333 Measured	18.833333 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	39.666667 Good	39.666667 Good	mg/L	< 250
Chromium	0.001 Measured	0.001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Colour	2.388889 Good	2.388889 Good	Pt-Co	< 15
Conductivity	283.333333 Measured	283.333333 Measured	uS/cm	No limit
Copper	0.018 Good	0.018 Good	mg/L	< 2
Cyanide	0.005 Measured	0.005 Measured	mg/L	No limit
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	MPN/100ml	< 0
Fluoride	0.926667 Good	0.926667 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.439394 Good	0.439394 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	67.666667 Good	67.666667 Good	mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.013125 Good	0.013125 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.001375 Good	0.001375 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	5.533333 Measured	5.533333 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.006 Good	0.006 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Mercury	0.0001 Measured	0.0001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Nickel	0.001 Measured	0.001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Nitrate	0.352222 Good	0.352222 Good	mg/L	< 50
Nitrite	0.002 Measured	0.002 Measured	mg/L	No limit
pH	7.241299 Normal	7.241299 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	24.333333 Good	24.333333 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	43.222222 Good	43.222222 Good	mg/L	< 500
Temperature	14.305455 Measured	14.305455 Measured	degrees C	No limit
Total Chlorine	0.667222 Good	0.667222 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Coliforms	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	MPN/100ml	< 0
Total Dissolved Solids	170.555556 Good	170.555556 Good	mg/L	< 600
Trihalomethanes	0.098333 Good	0.098333 Good	mg/L	< 0.25
Turbidity	0.409481 Good	0.409481 Good	NTU	< 5
Zinc	0.017 Measured	0.017 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 TasWater. 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.