Cooke Plains vs Netherton

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Cooke Plains vs Netherton
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Netherton, SA

7.5

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

Cooke Plains has better water quality with a score of 8.9/10 compared to Netherton's 7.5/10. Cooke Plains has softer water (88 vs 575 mg/L).

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

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Visual comparison

Cooke Plains, SA

Netherton, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Cooke Plains

88 Lower

Netherton

575 Higher

pH Level

Cooke Plains

8.8 Outside range

Netherton

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Cooke Plains

0.7 Lower

Netherton

1 Higher

Chlorine (mg/L)

Cooke Plains

0.1 Lower

Netherton

1.3 Higher

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Cooke Plains	Netherton	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	72 Measured	503 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.023 Good	0.002 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	17.5 Measured	100.4 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	84 Good	488 Exceeds	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0068 Good	0.0402 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.7 Good	1 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.1 Good	1.3 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	88 Good	575 Exceeds	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0024 Good	0.0083 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0002 Good	0.0009 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	10.62 Measured	78.8 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0013 Good	0.0001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	1.64 Good	0.28 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	8.8 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	63.4 Good	333 Exceeds	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	45.2 Good	122 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	3.2 Good	1.3 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	299 Good	—	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.13 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.