Commonwealth Hill vs Mount Clarence Station

Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Commonwealth Hill, SA

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

Mount Clarence Station, SA

Quality Score

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Commonwealth Hill scores 9.0/10 and Mount Clarence Station scores 9.0/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

HardnesspHFluorideChlorineTurbidity
Commonwealth Hill, SA
Mount Clarence Station, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Commonwealth Hill

77 Same

Mount Clarence Station

77 Same

pH Level

Commonwealth Hill

8.7 Outside range

Mount Clarence Station

8.7 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Commonwealth Hill

0.52 Same

Mount Clarence Station

0.52 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Commonwealth Hill

0.1 Same

Mount Clarence Station

0.1 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter Commonwealth Hill Mount Clarence Station Unit ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity 64 Measured 64 Measured mg/L No limit
Aluminium 0.019 Good 0.019 Good mg/L < 0.2
Calcium 15.3 Measured 15.3 Measured mg/L No limit
Chloride 75 Good 75 Good mg/L < 250
Colour 1 Good 1 Good HU < 15
Copper 0.0067 Good 0.0067 Good mg/L < 2
E. coli 0 Compliant 0 Compliant cfu/100mL < 0
Fluoride 0.52 Good 0.52 Good mg/L < 1.5
Free Chlorine 0.1 Good 0.1 Good mg/L < 5
Hardness 77 Good 77 Good PPM or mg/L < 200
Iron 0.0098 Good 0.0098 Good mg/L < 0.3
Lead 0.0002 Good 0.0002 Good mg/L < 0.01
Magnesium 9.49 Measured 9.49 Measured mg/L No limit
Manganese 0.0061 Good 0.0061 Good mg/L < 0.1
Nitrate 1.089 Good 1.089 Good mg/L < 50
pH 8.7 Outside range 8.7 Outside range pH units 6.5 – 8.5
Sodium 60.4 Good 60.4 Good mg/L < 180
Sulfate 47.8 Good 47.8 Good mg/L < 500
Total Chlorine 2.8 Good 2.8 Good mg/L < 5
Total Dissolved Solids 275 Good 275 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.